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Justice and Human Law | Fr. Dominic Legge, OP

The Thomistic Institute

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Aquinas' Perspective on Rights and Justice

The chapter explores Aquinas' views on rights, justice, and the interconnectedness of individuals within various relationships and communities. It delves into the distinction between natural right and positive right, emphasizing the importance of natural law and positive law in understanding the foundations of justice. Additionally, it discusses different types of justice, particularly focusing on general justice or legal justice as guiding human actions towards the common good.

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