The Oldest Code of Laws in the World

King Hammurabi, a prominent figure in the ancient world, reigned as the sixth king of the First Babylonian Dynasty from around 1792 to 1750 BCE. He is often celebrated for his pivotal contributions to the early development of written laws. His most enduring legacy is the Codex Hammurabi, one of the oldest deciphered writings of significant length in the world. Recorded on a stele and partial copie...