Posted by
David J. Hall on Wednesday, December 06, 2006 11:11:42 PM
My recent studies have surrounded the Constitution of the United States, the Bill of Rights, the Amendments, and the laws that emanate from them. What a fascinating study!
My interest reached a point of spontaneous combustion after watching and reading about the various "points of law" that politicians, courts, and society in general debated in recent times with regard to Supreme Court Nominees, the Patriot Act, and several other high-profile debates.
At times I wish I had more than one life to live, just so that I could learn and experience all that life has to offer. That is not to say that I am in any way, shape, or form dissatisfied with what I have learned and experienced so far. I am just overwhelmed by the beauty and complexity of this world that God has created, and mankind's ability to engage in so many aspects of creation - including the formation and practice of law and justice.
As I study Constitutional Law, I do not know if I should feel smart, or dumb. On the one hand the subject is not necessarily an easy read or an easy one to grasp. On the other hand, I am humbled by how much I don't know! It reminds me of when I was in Bible school...
In Bible School, as first year students we felt confident that we knew it all. By the second year, we were confident that we did not know it all. By the third year, we were convinced that we did not know anything!
If you are interested in a short read (and a crash course) in the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the Amendments, I would suggest securing a copy of Floyd G. Cullop's excellent booklet simply entitled, "The Constitution of the United States: An Introduction." If you would like to study an introduction to Constitutional Law and the kinds of laws and legal systems that emanate from it today, read Jay A. Feinman's book, "Law 101."
May God continue to Bless America - as we honor Him.