Isbn: 9781330036662 - problems of the roman criminal law, vol. 1 of 2 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of Roman criminal law, exploring its origins and development through the lens of ancient texts and scholarly debate. The author examines the intricate relationship between religion and law in ancient Rome, investigating how religious beliefs and practices influenced the way crimes were understood and punished. The book explores the evolution of punishment, from primitive rituals of sacrifice to the more formalized legal systems of the Roman Republic and Empire. The author meticulously examines the role of the magistrate, the rise of jury trials, and the complex interplay between law, politics, and societal norms in the shaping of Roman criminal justice. The author meticulously examines the use of the word *sacer* (sacred) and the concept of *sacratio* (devoting a person or thing to a deity), which reveals a deeper understanding of the complex relationship between religious beliefs and the legal system. The book explores how religious ideas and practices contributed to the development of the criminal law, and how these concepts influenced the understanding of crimes like murder, treason, and even the violation of social norms. The book offers a nuanced exploration of a critical subject, illuminating the complexities of Roman law and its intersections with the religious and cultural landscape of the ancient world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …