The Jurisprudence of St. Thomas Aquinas: Lawfulness of Disobeying Unjust Laws
Introduction
In the complex relationship between law and morality, the question of whether one should obey laws that are unjust has been a persistent dilemma. St. Thomas Aquinas, a seminal thinker in medieval philosophy, offers profound insights into this issue. His jurisprudence emphasizes that laws must align with moral order, and when they do not, it may be lawful—and even necessary—to disobey them.
Understanding St. Thomas Aquinas' Legal Philosophy
