Definition of the religious law system
A religious law system is a legal system in which the will of God (Deity) is recognized as the source of law, rather than the will of the people or the state. Law is considered to be given in revelation, eternal, and unchanging.
Today, the four main systems of religious law are the most influential in the world:
The main types of religious law and the countries where it is applied
Islamic Law (Sharia)
Canon Law of the Catholic Church
Hindu Law
Jewish Law (Halakha)
Comparison of religious law with continental law and the common law system
1. By source of law: Religious law is based on faith, continental law is based on rational norms, and common law is based on judicial practice.
2. By dynamism: Continental law is the most flexible, while religious law is the most conservative.
3. By the role of the court: In a common system, the court creates law, while in other systems, it applies law.
4. By scope of regulation: Religious law covers all aspects of life, while secular systems focus on public relations.
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