Question

Explain in your own words what was the purpose of Hammurabi's code. Make sure to give an example of one of their laws.


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Answer 1

Answer:

The Hammurabi code of laws, a collection of 282 rules, established standards for commercial interactions and set fines and punishments to meet the requirements of justice. Hammurabi's Code was carved onto a massive, finger-shaped black stone stele (pillar) that was looted by invaders and finally rediscovered in 1901.

Answer 2

The purpose of Hammurabi’s code was to give the civilization structure as these were it’s first laws. Hammurabi wanted to be a just leader, his laws brought order and justice to society.

“If a man put out the eye of another man, his eye shall be put out.” - Hammurabi.