Hammurabi’s Code of Laws

Hammurabi’s Code of Laws is often described as an important new “technology” of rule because it established clear expectations of rights, obligations, and possible penalties for all Mesopotamians, thereby making delegation of ruling power easier while also providing people with the stability of knowing what was expected of them. The codes also give modern-day people a clear picture of Mesopotamian values as well as their social and gender differences. Based on this week’s readings, summarize the limitations and rights that Mesopotamian women have. Overall, conclude what the main behaviors are that the law code is trying to support and deter.
This is a really hard one for me. Can you give me your thoughts and insights?