The Relations between the Laws of Babylonia and the Laws of the Hebrew Peoples

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Author Johns, C. H. W. (Claude Hermann Walter), 1857-1920
LoC No. 15019664
Title The Relations between the Laws of Babylonia and the Laws of the Hebrew Peoples
The Schweich Lectures
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Summary "The Relations between the Laws of Babylonia and the Laws of the Hebrew Peoples" by The Rev. C. H. W. Johns is a scholarly historical account written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the comparative analysis of the legal systems from ancient Babylonia, specifically the Code of Hammurabi, and the laws of the Israelites as described in the Hebrew Bible. It aims to reveal similarities and influences between these two significant legal traditions, thereby shedding light on the development of legal concepts in the context of their historical backgrounds. The beginning of the text introduces the premise of comparing the laws of Babylonia and those of the Hebrew peoples, noting the longstanding reverence for Mosaic law in the context of comparative legal studies. The author discusses the revelation of the Code of Hammurabi and its impact on understanding both the Babylonian and Hebrew legal traditions. He highlights the various interpretations and scholarly debates surrounding these ancient codes, setting the stage for a detailed examination of their interrelations. This opening establishes the historical significance of these laws and the necessity for a nuanced interpretation of their development and influence, reflecting a rich tapestry of cultural and legal history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Subject Jewish law
Subject Law -- Iraq -- Babylonia
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EBook-No. 46050
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