Question

How did the American Declaration of Independence, from English rule in 1776, simultaneously indict the concept of eternal law and contradict the concepts of natural rights extolled?

Answer 1

The American Declaration of Independence indicted the concept of eternal law because the Declaration of Independence has religious references in it. It contradicts the concept of Natural rights because natural rights are by the human while eternal law is the divine power from god.

Answer 2

The American Declaration of Independence declared that all men are created equal and have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This declaration was a direct challenge to the concept of eternal law, which held that certain laws were immutable and could not be changed. At the same time, the Declaration of Independence also contradicted the concept of natural rights, which held that certain rights were inherent in all people and could not be taken away. The Declaration of Independence asserted that these rights were not inherent, but rather were granted by the government and could be taken away if the government so chose.