Aims and Scope

The Journal of Philosophy of Law (JPL) seeks to provide a research platform for professors, students, and researchers to share their latest scientific findings on the philosophy of law with an emphasis on Islamic principles. It is expected that this quarterly will contribute to the promotion of knowledge of the philosophy of law, and the advancement of the goals of the scientific community and provide accurate and codified solutions to the theoretical and practical challenges and issues facing the field in the domestic and international arenas. For this purpose, the editorial board of the quarterly proudly invites all researchers in this field to send their valuable articles in the field of philosophy of law to the quarterly system for publication.

The Journal of Philosophy of Law (JPL) serves as a forum for the publication of work in law and philosophy that is of common interest to individuals in the disciplines of jurisprudence and legal philosophy. The journal publishes articles that use all approaches in both fields. It provides a platform for scholarly exploration at the intersection of law and philosophical inquiry. Here are some key points about the journal:

  1. Scope and Approach:
    • The journal welcomes contributions that engage with legal theory, ethics, and jurisprudential questions.
    • Articles may employ various methodologies and perspectives, reflecting the diversity of thought within the fields of law and philosophy.
    • It encourages interdisciplinary dialogue and bridges the gap between legal practice and philosophical reflection. The journal also engages with cross-disciplinary dialogue and critical engagement with legal scholarship.
  2. Legal Traditions:
    • Law and Philosophy publishes work related to major legal traditions, including common law, civil law, and the socialist tradition.
    • The editors appreciate papers that demonstrate a philosophical reflection on the law while maintaining a solid understanding of legal principles.
  3. Editorial Focus:
    • The journal aims to foster rigorous scholarship by encouraging legal analysis informed by sound philosophical methods.
    • It seeks to address fundamental questions about the nature of law, justice, rights, and legal reasoning.