CIVILIZATION
BABYLONIAN
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Question
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How old was Hammurabi when he died?
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61
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100
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14
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63
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Yes, the Code of Hammurabi is older than the Bible. The Code of Hammurabi dates back to between 1792 and 1750 BC and was one of the most articulated and earliest forms of written law.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Code of Hammurabi is often cited as the oldest written laws on record, but they were predated by at least two other ancient codes of conduct from the Middle East.
Detailed explanation-3: -Hammurabi is portrayed receiving the laws directly from Shamash the sun god. (a parallel to Moses can be made here). Shamash is the dominant figure-he is seated on his throne, wears a crown composed of four pairs of horns, holds a ring and staff, and has flames issuing from his shoulders.
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