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Implementation of philisophical and legal ideas in Ancient Athens
Implementation of philisophical and legal ideas in Ancient Athens

Author(s): Petro Mamchyn
Subject(s): History of Law, Ancient World, Ancient Philosphy
Published by: Editura U. T. Press
Keywords: law; ancient Greek justice; jury; democracy; collegiality and openness of the judicial process;

Summary/Abstract: The issue of the effective work of the judicial system of any country remains relevant throughout the existence of such a form of social organization as the state. The success and status of a state entity, as well as the standards of living of its population directly depend on the quality of the system of justice. Achieving justice and protection of human rights, as the basic values of the state, always arouse great interest among various layers of the population and directly penetrate into all spheres of its life. The issue under studies does not lose its significance today either, since the evolution of mankind makes society face new challenges that in one way or another affect its life. However, in the process of finding these new ways, it is essential to remember about the life experience, which has already been gained and tested during previous historical periods of human civilization. We suppose that while looking for something new, we need to return to the origins and, relying on the analysis of the existing experience, generate ideas that can acquire practical importance in the near future. Therefore, we suggest that this research should start with the analysis of the processes of implementing philosophical and legal ideas of justice at the times of the ancient Athenian state.

  • Issue Year: 2021
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 74-84
  • Page Count: 11
  • Language: English