Aquians of law

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Aquinas on Law: According to Aquinas, there are four kinds of laws. They are.

1. Eternal Law
2. Natural Law
3. Divine Law and
4. Human Law.

Eternal Law is the Mind of God. It is the reason existing in the mind of
God. The whole universe is governed according to it. Eternal Law regulates the
heavenly and earthly spheres. It controls animate90 and inanimate91 worlds.
Natural Law is the reflection of the divine law in the world. It is reflected
in human beings. Because of Natural Law, men want to live in a society with others.
Divine Law consists of direct revelation by God through saints92 or
through Bible. Human law is made from Natural Law. It is made according to
Natural Law. It is subordinate to Natural Law.
Human Law is not in conflict with Natural Law. Human Law is based on
human reason. It made for the common good. Human Law is published for the knowledge all people.
Concept of Monarchy: According to Thomas Aquinas, Monarchy is the
best form of government. Only monarchy could promote unity. It is natural that
the superior must rule over the inferior. It is also good for the inferior to be ruled
by the superior. This is the reason why Aquinas supported slavery to some
extent. The ultimate function of Monarch is bringing virtuous life and happiness
to the people. It is his duty to provide the people with peace and order and all
material well being for the attainment of a happy life. The Monarch is under the
supreme guidance of the natural law. In case of a conflict between the Monarch
and Papacy, it should be the later which must win.
Concept of Slavery: Aquinas supported slavery on the ground that the
superior must rule over the inferior. But there is a fundamental difference
between Aristotle and Aquinas in the case of support for slavery. Aquinas
supported slavery on certain religious grounds also. According to him, it is a
remedy to wash off sins. By saying so, Aquinas took a careful position not to
disturb the then social set up.
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