King Hammurabi
Did Hammurabi’s Code truly ensure fairness?
4.4 (20)
47 mins
Explore Hammurabi’s efforts in strengthening Babylon through military, diplomacy, and infrastructure development. Discover the impact of Hammurabi’s Code on Babylonian society and its role in maintaining order and regulating social classes.
Ep 1:
How Did Hammurabi Transform Babylon Into a Major Power?
Ep 2:
How Did Hammurabi Help Marduk Become the Most Powerful God?
Discussions (13)
Nora
Level 8 · 8 mo agoHammurabi makes my strict parenting look gentle. If my three year old knew the penalty for hitting was losing a hand, maybe bedtime would be easier.
Kimberly
Level 5 · 9 mo agoThe law about the builder is totally bonkers to me! 😳 Imagine being executed over a house collapse!
Carter
Level 4 · 9 mo agoHammurabi really played the long con with that marriage. Secured a treaty with Eshnunna just to turn around and invade them. That is cold blooded.
