Philosophy of law investigates law's nature and relation to human values. Traditionally focuses on general propositions about all legal systems. Distinguishes law from morality and other social conventions
Plato and Aristotle were two major figures in Western philosophy. Aristotle studied at Plato's Academy for 20 years. Their philosophies differed significantly but shared common ground
Born in 1225 in Sicily to powerful noble family. Studied at Monte Cassino and Naples universities under Petrus de Ibernia. Joined Dominican Order at age 19 despite family opposition. Received divine grace of chastity after mystical experience
Aristotelianism is a philosophical tradition based on Aristotle's work. It uses deductive logic and analytic inductive method in natural philosophy. Addresses social sciences under natural law system. Answers "why-questions" through four causes including teleology
Painted between 1509-1511 for Pope Julius II's Stanze di Raffaello in Vatican. Depicts ancient philosophers, mathematicians, and scientists in Renaissance style. Raphael's only notable character is looking directly at viewer
Born in 384 BCE in Stagira, Greece. Studied at Plato's Academy in Athens until his death in 347. Taught Alexander the Great in Macedon from 343 to 323. Founded Lyceum in Athens in 335, collecting first great ancient library. Retired from Athens in 323 due to anti-Macedonian sentiment