The Machinery of Law in Pharaonic Egypt: Organization, Courts and Judges on The Ancient Nile

Authors

• Russ VerSteeg, New England School of Law

Abstract

The article explores the sophisticated legal system of ancient Egypt, emphasizing its dual structure that combined human judicial administration with divine oracles. It highlights the roles of key officials such as the vizier and pharaoh, the organization of courts, and the emphasis on impartiality and fairness. The analysis also underscores the integration of religious elements, particularly the use of oracles, in legal decision-making, demonstrating a blend of secular and sacred authority.

Disciplines

Banking and Finance Law | Commercial Law | Courts | International Trade Law | Judges | Law | Legal History

Recommended Citation

Russ VerSteeg, The Machinery of Law in Pharaonic Egypt: Organization, Courts and Judges on The Ancient Nile, 9 Cardozo J. Int'l & Comp. L. 105 (2001).
Available at: https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cjicl/vol9/iss1/5