Christianity neither is, nor ever was, a part of the common law.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Jefferson states that Christianity is not part of the common law system.
- In plain terms
- Christianity does not form the basis of common law.
- What can you take from it?
- Separate religion from legal foundation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Should law be based on religion?
- What is common law?
Another view
Some legal systems historically integrated religious doctrine.
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