The term that refers to a collection of laws in Mesopotamia is the "Code of Hammurabi." Established by King Hammurabi of Babylon around 1754 BCE, this code consists of a set of laws inscribed on a stone stele, covering various aspects of daily life, commerce, and justice. It is one of the earliest and most complete written legal codes in history, emphasizing the principle of retributive justice.
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