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Hammurabi

Hammurabi was a king of Babylon who created one of the earliest known sets of written laws. His laws were carved on a tall stone pillar for everyone to see.

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The Code of Hammurabi is one of the oldest written legal codes in the world.

All about Hammurabi

Hammurabi was a king of Babylon who created one of the earliest known sets of written laws. His laws were carved on a tall stone pillar for everyone to read.

The Code of Hammurabi shows how early societies organised justice.

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Real-life uses of Hammurabi

Studying ancient laws
Understanding Mesopotamia
Learning how justice developed

Frequently asked questions about Hammurabi

What did Hammurabi create?

One of the earliest written sets of laws.

Which city did he rule?

Babylon.