Friedrich Carl von Savigny

Friedrich Carl von Savigny (1779-1861) was a prominent German legal scholar and a founder of the historical school of jurisprudence. He argued that law is deeply rooted in the culture and history of a society, emphasizing that it evolves organically over time rather than being crafted solely by lawmakers. Savigny believed that understanding the history of legal systems is essential for interpreting and applying law effectively. His ideas influenced legal thinking in Europe and helped shape modern approaches to legal interpretation, focusing on the relationship between law, society, and historical context.