Introduction to Law and Its Divisions

In its widest and most comprehensive sense, the term "law" means any rule of action or any system of uniformity.

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Law, as above defined, may be divided into two (2) general groups: (1) Law (in the strict legal sense) which is promulgated and enforced by the state; and (2) Law (in the non-legal sense) which is not promulgated and enforced by the state.

<p>The first refers to what is known as the state law, while the second includes divine law, natural law, and moral law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The second includes divine law, natural law, and moral law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>State law, divine law, natural law, and moral law are comprised in the definition of law, often meant as rational beings. They apply to men, on all things, including the latter's use of their wills, including only figuratively speaking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is called &quot;law&quot; only figuratively speaking because it is based on reason and intelligence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The subjects of law are, 1) State law, 2) Divine law, 3) Natural law, 4) Moral law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>State law, in the stricter sense, refers to law promulgated and enforced by the state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Natural law is known as the state law while it is not directly imposed by the state, but rather inferred by reason.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The first book written by a Filipino lawyer that introduced general principles of law is “Introduction to Philippine Law, 6th ed.,” by M. J. Gamboa.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A rule or system of uniformity governing actions.

Law promulgated and enforced by the state.

Law not enacted or enforced by the state.

Laws believed to originate from a divine source.

Laws that are based on human nature and reason.

Laws governing ethical behavior and morals.

Laws that govern the behavior of physical objects.

Humans who can reason and make choices.

Law can be divided into legal and non-legal categories.

The act of ensuring compliance with laws.

The official announcement of laws.

State law vs. divine, natural, and moral law.

Actions taken by rational beings governed by law.

All things, both animate and inanimate, affected by laws.

The essence of law as it directs behaviors.

Consistency in rules governing behavior.

Law applies to both individuals and groups.

The importance of recognizing the types of law.

Differences between statutory laws and moral principles.

The role law plays in regulating behaviors in communities.