The Rule of Law According to Blandine Kriegel: A Civilizational Project

This article presents an in-depth analysis of Blandine Kriegel's concept of the rule of law, which goes beyond its formal framework, defining it as a comprehensive civilizational project. Central to this vision is the fundamental question of the individual's position in relation to the community and the mechanisms for protecting their freedom. The text explores the historical roots of the idea of subjective rights, from the Judeo-Christian tradition to Roman law, and discusses the three pillars of the rule of law: the absolute value of the individual, the legal articulation of subjective rights, and institutional guarantees. Furthermore, the article confronts this concept with alternative models such as despotism and collectivism, emphasizing the role of the rule of law as a guardian of freedom and a tool for juridifying conflicts in the face of contemporary threats.