The Code of Hammurabi, one of the earliest written legal codes, reflects the values and social hierarchies of its time, emphasizing justice through strict retribution. While some principles, such as the idea of proportional punishment, are foundational to modern legal systems, the harshness and inequality present in the laws, particularly regarding class and gender, are problematic. Overall, while the code laid important groundwork for legal thought, many of its specific provisions would be considered unjust and outdated by contemporary standards.
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