The Code of Hammurabi: a Cornerstone of Ancient Law and Society
Words: 625 1502The Code of Hammurabi stands as a seminal document in ancient legal history, offering a glimpse into the values, structure, and norms of Babylonian society. This collection of 282 laws was enacted by King Hammurabi, who reigned from around 1792 to 1750 BCE in Mesopotamia. Inscribed on a stone stele that now resides in the Louvre Museum, the Code reflects a civilization seeking to bring order and justice through a standardized set of laws, reinforcing Hammurabi's authority as both a […]