Concept information
Preferred term
divine law
Definition
- For most religious traditions, even indigenous, divine law consists of mandates believed to be given to human beings by a deity or deities. These mandates pertain to communal regulations, civil laws, liturgical practices, morality, ethical behavior, dietary practices, and personal hygiene habits. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Religion; Divine Law]
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/divine_law
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