Bible Quote by Rubel Shelly
““In the implicit hierarchy of values reflected in the Bible, principles are higher than laws and give justification for them.””
About This Quote
Source Article: “The Hierarchy of Values in the Bible” by Rubel Shelly, 2020
Biblical principles outrank laws, providing moral justification for legal rules.
In simple terms: Principles are higher than laws in the Bible.
Key Takeaway
Base laws on higher moral principles.
Themes
ethics
law
religion
morality
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal drafting
- policy making
- personal ethics
- education
Key Concepts
theology
jurisprudence
principle hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- What principles should guide modern law?
- How do we resolve conflicts between law and principle?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of law vary, sometimes ignoring underlying principles.
