King Hammurabi of Babylon is most remembered today for his law code, known as the Code of Hammurabi. This law code was one of the earliest and most comprehensive legal systems in ancient Mesopotamia and had a significant influence on subsequent legal codes in other civilizations. It consisted of 282 laws that covered various aspects of society, including family law, property law, and criminal law. The Code of Hammurabi placed a strong emphasis on the principle of "an eye for an eye" and included harsh punishments for crimes. It also aimed to establish justice, protect the weak, and maintain social order.
