The Code of Hammurabi
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      • Importance of Religion
      • Laws on Property and Theft
      • Laws on False Acccusations
      • Laws on Familial Matters
      • Laws on Assault and Battery
      • Laws on Professions and Work
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    • Basis of Modern Law
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      • Social Class Discrimination
      • Gender Discrimination
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Translated Text


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The various translations of the Code of Hammurabi, despite  their differences, all allow us to better understand the context of Ancient Mesopotamia. 
A Translation by L. W. King
A translation of the Code of Hammurabi by L. W. King
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The Importance of Religion
As well as laws on:

  • Property and Theft
  • False Accusations
  • Familial Matters
  • Assault and Battery
  • Professions and Work

Original Text
Importance of Religion
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