Maxims of Law: - An English Version -

In Law, as with any science there exists certain fundamental principles, which form its basis and to which reference must be frequently made in its application. These fundamental principles in law are referred to as "Maxims of Law." They are somewhat like axioms in geometry. A maxim is so called because in dignity it is chiefest, and it's authority the most certain, because it is universally approved by all. If one fails to understand the fundamental principles of law, then there is no end to which he can be misled or deceived about what is right and what is wrong! Such a person could easily become subject to government encroachments, or be maneuvered into surrendering his/her rights. Maxims of Law, like any other fundamental laws, always hold true and yield the same results under any circumstance or condition. Clearly, a failure to have a practical knowledge of the Maxims of Law could lead to grievous errors in our actions, no less so than the errors resulting from one's ignorance in the principles of any other science. Having knowledge, comprehension and mastery of the principles of law in this book can put one at a definite advantage in whatever endeavors, since so many aspects of our lives are affected by law.