Natural Law and Natural Rights

""Natural Law and Natural Rights"" is a philosophical book written by Albert Cook Outler. The book explores the concept of natural law and natural rights, which are fundamental principles of justice and morality that are inherent in human nature. Outler argues that these principles are not only universal but also immutable, and that they provide a basis for ethical and legal systems that are independent of human convention or social norms. The book examines the historical development of natural law and natural rights, from ancient Greek philosophy to modern political theory. It also explores the relationship between natural law and religion, and the role of natural rights in contemporary debates about human rights and social justice. Outler's work is a comprehensive and insightful analysis of one of the most important concepts in political and moral philosophy, and is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the foundations of modern ethical and legal systems.Additional Author Is Arthur L. Harding. Southern Methodist University Studies In Jurisprudence, 2.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Albert Cook Outler was Professor of Theology at the Southern Methodist University Perkins School of Theology in Dallas, Texas. He is generally considered to be one of the most important Wesley scholars in the history of the Church as well as the first real United Methodist theologian. He was also a key figure in the twentieth-century ecumenical movement.