The Code Of Hammurabi

The Code of Hammurabi is a book that contains the ancient laws and regulations of the Babylonian Empire. It is named after King Hammurabi, who ruled Babylon from 1792 to 1750 BCE. The book was translated by L.W. King and is considered one of the most important legal documents in history. The laws in the book cover a wide range of topics, including property rights, contracts, marriage, and criminal justice. The book is divided into 282 sections, each dealing with a specific law or regulation. The laws are written in cuneiform script on a large stone pillar, which was discovered in modern-day Iran in 1901. The Code of Hammurabi provides a fascinating insight into the legal system of ancient Babylon and has influenced the development of laws and legal systems throughout history.2. If any one bring an accusation against a man, and the accused go to the river and leap into the river, if he sink in the river his accuser shall take possession of his house. But if the river prove that the accused is not guilty, and he escape unhurt, then he who had brought the accusation shall be put to death, while he who leaped into the river shall take possession of the house that had belonged to his accuser.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.