What do you think about the rule of law being somewhat of a political or philosophical concept? Explain?

Answer 1

I would define "Rule of Law" as groups of people doing the right thing even if it is not in the self-interest of all in each case. Individuals benefit in the long-term from this approach even if they make a sacrifice in short-term results.
One benefit is society can deal in certain results for prescribed actions rather than constantly fighting over self-interest. Another benefit to individuals would be that issues more important to them would more likely be resolved correctly.
How you define political and philosophical might be a more difficult question. I believe their is a paradigm between them puts philosophy first and politics secondly. It could be a "chicken and egg" type of argument.

Answer 2

Look at World history during periods like The Crusades,or The Inquisition,and you will have your answer.Every place that has been ruled over entirely by their Religion has been a true horror to behold,with very few exceptions. Even in today's world we can see the majority of the Middle East,where the entire concept of human rights is just a fantasy. There may be relative peace on the surface in some of those countries not at war,but even in the seemingly ordered societies there is an undercurrent of something far more vile.I cannot imagine living in a society ruled entirely by the Dogmas of any of the Abrahamic religions,the least repulsive of them being Judaism,at least in practice. But even they can get rather nasty when the opportunity arises,Crucifixion anyone? The point being,our best bet for peaceful co-existence comes in almost entirely secular societies. If others wish to hang on to their ancient myths and superstitions that's fine,but they need to keep it to themselves for the most part. Obama666