Higher Law and Human Law: The Religious Roots of American Freedom

In this The American Spectator article, the author explores how America’s founding principles were deeply rooted in a belief that divine law supersedes human authority, shaping the nation’s understanding of liberty and justice.

• The concept of “higher law” refers to moral truths derived from God that stand above man-made laws
• America’s founders believed rights were endowed by a Creator, not granted by government
• This belief influenced foundational documents like the Declaration of Independence
• The rule of law in the U.S. was designed to align with moral and natural law principles
• Early American leaders saw religion as essential to maintaining a free and virtuous society
• The erosion of religious influence is portrayed as a threat to the nation’s moral and legal foundation
• The article argues modern legal systems increasingly ignore or reject the idea of higher law
• It suggests that without a moral anchor, human law becomes arbitrary and subject to abuse
• The author calls for a renewed recognition of the spiritual roots underlying American freedom

Read the full story: https://spectator.org/higher-law-and-human-law-the-religious-roots-of-american-freedom/