Maxim 7.4.3
The act of God does injury to no one.
Actus Dei nemini facit injuriam.
Source: 2 Inst. 287; 1 Coke, 97b; Co. Litt. 206a; 5 Co. 87; Weisman, 59d
Difficulty 1/5 — Foundational
Explanation
No man is held liable for losses caused by forces beyond human control — where God acts, man is excused.
Where this applies
- A tornado destroyed my barn — can I sue anyone for that?
- Lightning struck my house — whose fault is it?
See also
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 7.4.3 — The act of God does injury to no one. — 2 Inst. 287; 1 Coke, 97b; Co. Litt. 206a; 5 Co. 87; Weisman, 59d (Actus Dei nemini facit injuriam.)
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