Identification
- Label (rdfs)
- Religious Law System
- Preferred Label
- None
- Alternative Labels
- Divine Law, Sacred Law, Theocratic Legal System
- Identifier
- N/A
Definition and Examples
- Definition
- A Religious Law System is a legal framework grounded in religious beliefs, texts, and traditions, governing both the moral and legal aspects of the lives of its adherents. These systems derive their authority from sacred scriptures and religious institutions, and often encompass both private conduct and public law.