What Laws we should Obey.
Blackstone says that "the will of his Maker is man's supreme law of nature. This law of nature, being co-eval with mankind, and dictated by God himself, is superior in obligation to any other. It is binding all over the globe, in all countries, and at all times; NO HUMAN LAWS ARE OF ANY VALIDITY, IF CONTRARY TO THIS; and such of them as are valid, derive all their force and their authority, mediately or immediately, from this original." Peter entertained the same sentiment when he said, "Whether it be right in the sight of God, to hearken unto you more than unto God, judge ye." Acts iv, 19. With the Bible before us, for all who regard divine authority; and a standard legal commentator, for all who pay supreme respect to human laws; men may legislate for Sunday-keeping or for the rendition of fugitive slaves, or anything else conflicting with the requirements of God; but we cannot mistake our duty.