关于立功的本质我国刑法学界有各种学说,但各有其优缺点。笔者赞同社会行为有益说,指出立功的本质是一种对国家和社会有利的行为,并从理论根据和法律根据两方面进行分析论证。 About the essence of meritorious service There are various theories of criminal law in our country, but each has its advantages and disadvantages. The author agrees with the beneficial behavior of social behavior, pointing out that the essence of meritorious service is a kind of behavior that is beneficial to the country and society and carries on the analysis and demonstration from two aspects: theoretical basis and legal basis.