Download as docx, pdf, or txt
Download as docx, pdf, or txt
You are on page 1of 1

Article 1163 of the Civil Code of the Philippines states that every person obliged to do something is required to do it

with diligence, according to the nature of the obligation, and in the manner stipulated by law, regulations, or customs.

This means that when a person is bound by an obligation, they must perform it with care and skill, taking into account
the specific circumstances of the obligation. The level of diligence required will depend on the nature of the obligation
and the expectations of the parties involved.

For example, if a person is obligated to deliver goods, they must do so in the manner stipulated in the contract or in
accordance with industry standards. They must take care to ensure that the goods are delivered in good condition and
within the agreed-upon timeframe.

Similarly, if a person is obligated to provide a service, they must perform that service with the necessary skill and care,
and in accordance with any relevant regulations or industry standards. They must take care to avoid any errors or
omissions that could harm the recipient of the service.

If a person fails to perform their obligations with the required diligence, they may be held liable for any damages that
result from their negligence or failure to perform. This could include the payment of compensation to the injured party
or other penalties as stipulated by law.

In conclusion, Article 1163 emphasizes the importance of diligence in the performance of obligations. It is essential for
parties to take their obligations seriously and to perform them to the best of their ability, in order to avoid any legal or
financial consequences that may arise from their failure to do so.

Article 1164 of the Civil Code of the Philippines provides that the creditor has the right to the fruits of the thing from
the time the obligation to deliver it arises. However, he shall acquire no real right over it until the same has been
delivered to him.

This article deals with the concept of the "fruits" of an obligation. Fruits refer to the benefits or income that a thing may
produce, such as the interest on a loan or the rent on a property. The article states that the creditor has the right to the
fruits of the thing from the time the obligation to deliver it arises. In other words, if a person is owed something, such as
money or property, they are entitled to any income or benefits that the thing may generate while they are waiting for it
to be delivered to them.

However, the article also specifies that the creditor does not acquire any real right over the thing until it has been
delivered to them. This means that even though the creditor may be entitled to the fruits of the thing, they do not have
ownership or possession of the thing until it has been physically delivered to them.

For example, if a person borrows money from a bank, the bank has the right to collect interest on the loan from the time
the obligation to repay it arises. However, the bank does not own the borrower's property until the loan is fully paid off
and the property is delivered to the bank as collateral.

In summary, Article 1164 establishes the rights of the creditor to the fruits of an obligation and clarifies that ownership
or possession of the thing is only acquired upon delivery.

You might also like