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NeCede's

Maxim 5.6.2

God alone makes the heir, not man.

Solus Deus haeredem facit, non homo.

Source: Co. Litt. 5, 7b; Broom, Max. 516; Weisman, 58o Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

The heir is determined by blood and by law, not by the contrivance of men — descent is a matter of divine and natural order, not human invention.

Where this applies

  • My father tried to disinherit me and name a stranger as his heir — can he do that?
  • Can a parent choose someone who isn't related by blood as their legal heir?

Legal domains

See also

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 5.6.2 — God alone makes the heir, not man. — Co. Litt. 5, 7b; Broom, Max. 516; Weisman, 58o (Solus Deus haeredem facit, non homo.)

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