Das Gesetz der Deutschen – unsterblich und unveränderbar?

This lecture at Hamburg University focuses on the German Civil Code, or BGB for short. What's fascinating about it is that the BGB isn't a new legal code. It originated in the German Empire, has been in force since 1900, and has survived vastly different political systems: the German Empire, the Weimar Republic, the Nazi era, the Federal Republic of Germany, and modern democracy. How can a legal code function for so long, even though the state surrounding it has undergone so many complete transformations? That's precisely what this video explores. It delves into the history of the BGB, its unique structure, and some curious points that illustrate why this legal code remains so important today. Even though the BGB might seem dry at first glance, it continues to regulate many central aspects of everyday life: contracts, property, family, inheritance, and much more. How can a legal code function for so long, even though the state around it has undergone such radical transformations? This is precisely what this video is about. It delves into the history of the BGB, its unique structure, and a few curious points that demonstrate why this legal code remains so important today. Topics covered in the video: German Civil Code (BGB) History of the BGB The BGB explained simply Private and civil law German Empire, Weimar Republic, and Federal Republic of Germany The German legal system Oddities in the BGB Law lecture Lecture at Brand University Hamburg. Thumbnail: AI-powered illustration.