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The Code of Hammurabi - Hammurabi Summary
Book 337: The Code of Hammurabi - Hammurabi
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Book at a glance: The Code of Hammurabi is one of the earliest and most complete written legal codes, composed by Hammurabi, the sixth king of Babylon, around 1790 BCE. This set of 282 laws provides a glimpse into the governance, social structure, and justice system of ancient Mesopotamia. Hammurabi's code aimed to ensure justice and prevent the oppression of the weak by the strong. The document is notable for its severe penalties and class-based distinctions in justice. Hammurabi portrayed himself as a divine ruler who brought order…
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