Author(s)

Siqi Fu ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ School of Public Administration, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, 271001, Shandong, China

Corresponding Author

Siqi Fu

ABSTRACT

The development of Western concepts of the rule of law exhibits a dynamic process of transformation filled with historical tension. Over centuries of change and adaptation, there are significant differences between ancient and modern governance concepts in areas such as natural justice, social groups, Leviathan, and social contract theory. However, these differences do not exist in isolation but are rooted in deep-seated origins and evolutions. This paper delves into the transformations in ancient and modern governance concepts, exploring their origins, principles, and impacts on society, and reveals the historical context and far-reaching societal implications.

KEYWORDS

Transformation; natural justice; social groups; natural rights; Leviathan

CITE THIS PAPER

Siqi Fu. The Evolution of Western Concepts of the Rule of Law: A Study of Transformations. Science of Law Journal (2025) Vol. 4: 36-46. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/DOI: 10.23977/law.2025.040206.

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