The Code Of Hammurabi (1920) - Couverture souple

Hammurabi; Handcock, Percy Stuart Peache

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1104485028 ISBN 13 : 9781104485023

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2009

Synopsis

The Code of Hammurabi is an ancient Babylonian legal text that dates back to around 1754 BC. It is one of the oldest known legal documents in the world, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the social, economic, and political conditions of ancient Babylon.The code consists of 282 laws that cover a wide range of topics, including property rights, trade regulations, family law, and criminal justice. The laws are written in cuneiform on a stele, which is a large stone monument that was erected in the city of Babylon.The Code of Hammurabi is named after its author, King Hammurabi of Babylon, who ruled from 1792 to 1750 BC. Hammurabi was a powerful king who conquered many neighboring lands and established a vast empire. He is known for his military conquests, his building projects, and his legal reforms.The laws in the Code of Hammurabi are based on the principle of lex talionis, which means ""an eye for an eye."" This principle is reflected in many of the laws, which prescribe specific punishments for specific crimes. For example, if a man breaks the bone of another man, his own bone will be broken in return.The Code of Hammurabi is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the legal and social practices of ancient Babylon. It is also a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of law and justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

TRANSLATION PROLOGUE "THEN the lofty Anu, K.ing of the Anunnaki, and Ellil, lord of heaven and earth, he who determines the destiny of the land, committed the rule of all mankind to llarduk, the chief son of Ea j when they made him great among the Igigi; when they pronounced the lofty name of Babylon j when they made it famous among the quarters of the world and in its midst established an everlasting kingdom whose foundations were firm as heaven and earth -at that time, Anu and Enlil called me, Hammurabi. the exalted prince, the worshipper of the gods, to cause jU:3tice to prevail in the land, to destroy the wicked and the evil, to prevent the strong from oppressing the weak, to go forth like the Sun over the Black Head Race, (to enlighten the land, and to further the welfare of the people. Hammurabi, the Governor named by Enlil, am I, who brought about plenty and abundance; who made everything for Nippur and Durilu complete; the exalted supporter of E-kur; the w

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Présentation de l'éditeur

This, the earliest known written legal code, was composed about 1780 B.C.E. by Hammurabi, the ruler of Bablyon. This text was excavated in 1901; it was carved on an eight foot high stone monolith. The harsh system of punishment expressed in this text prefigures the concept of 'an eye for an eye'. The Code lays out the basis of both criminal and civil law, and defines procedures for commerce and trade. This text was redacted for 1,500 years, and is considered the predecessor of Jewish and Islamic legal systems alike.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1104485028
• ISBN 13: 9781104485023
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 48
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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