higher law

noun

an ethical or religious principle considered as taking precedence over the laws of society, and to which one may appeal in order to justify disobedience to a constitution or enacted law with which it conflicts.

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Origin:
1835–45, Americanism

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higher law
noun
a principle that takes precedent over the laws of society

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"There is a higher law than the Constitution."

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