契约文化与中国现代法治建设——也谈梅因“从身份到契约”的论断

Contract Culture and China' s Modern Legality Construction

英国法学家梅因“从身份到契约”的著名公式具有深刻的内涵和历史意义。认真分析这一论断,并据此考察我国法治建设的传统、变革和现代发展,对于我们认识法治文明的进程具有一定的指导意义,同时全面推进契约文化和制度建设,也是我国现代法治建设的重要环节。

From status to contract" , the famous formulae of Maine, the British jurist, has its profound connotation and significance. The analysis of this statement and the examination of the tradition, reform and modern development of China' s legality construction are of guiding significance to our understanding of the progress of the legal civilization. Meanwhile, the overall development of contract culture and system serves as a key link in China' modern legal construction.