Law: An Eye for an eye was accepted in the past, but not in the civilized world



Abstract

The human behavior mostly depends on desire, knowledge and emotion. The human mind works in a multi-dimensional mode and so as its behavior changes. As the occurrence of situation repeats, the emotional state of mind becomes concentrated. The meditation can be perceived in both positive and negative manner, depending on the nature of the situation; misery or happiness. Every force has an equal and opposite reaction. Similarly, an injured person will react in the same or even with a high level of revenge. The cause of revenge cannot be justified in every situation, because the person might have unintentionally injured the other person. The principle 'an eye for an eye' has become atrocious and barbaric punishment in today's modern society. This law is also known as “lex talionis” and refers to equality. Particularly, in case of murder or death, this law should be applicable; life for life. However, in other conditions, the implication of this principle is quite technical and debatable. As this law deals with justice and it has some obligations and rules, which can be referred as “Scale of justice” (Miller, 2006). Everything in this world is so connected that it forms a chain of connections. Day by day globalization is rising and economy and technology is changing rapidly on an advance scale. The one immense power is playing beyond the revolution, which is the human mind.

Table of Contents

Abstract1

Outline3

Introduction5

Discussion6

Emergence6

Understanding7

Acceptance of law in the past8

Rejection of law in civilized world10

Conclusion11

References13

Biblographies15

Appendices16

Outline

Introduction

The introductory part draws a basic objective about this research paper and its topic. It gives an idea about the principle associated with human behavior. It also relates human response to law and society.

Discussion

The major part of this research paper is covered in this portion. This section is further divided into four segments i.e. Emergence, understanding, acceptance of the law in the past and rejection of the law in civilized world.

Emergence

This part illustrates the history and background of this principle, how it was originated and written in the past time. It also tells about a real incident took place in Iran related to this law.

Understanding

This part demonstrates a deep perception about the principle “an eye for an eye.” Two examples are also explained from scriptures.

Acceptance of the law in the past

This section of the research paper exhibits implementation and outcome of law in ancient times. It also provides various dimensions and changes made in the law.

Rejection of the law in civilized world

This part explains about current value of this law, which has not being followed in today's world. It also gives an insight about human rights and modern society.

Conclusion

The last section of this research papers is the ending part and it provides a brief significance of a human life. It exemplifies about those nations following this law and their human rights associations are not powerful.

Law: An Eye for an eye was accepted in the past, but not in the civilized world

Introduction

This research ...