The Code Of Hammurabi: Impact On Human Civilization

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The Code of Hammurabi in my opinion seems to have had the most impact on human civilization. The set of laws or rules created by King Hammurabi, a respected ruler and military leader, provided some order for the people of Babylonia. This code consisted of 282 provisions, for the organization of its society included subjects such as family, property, and trade. Without this code, people would be free to do as they please without any discipline and responsibility. Most of the laws or rules were set up to provide the people procedures to follow for moral behavior, family responsibility, education rights, government rules, and business ventures. I believe this to be the most impactful contribution to both social and personal value. Theses laws