The Code of Hammurabi Explained_ The World’s First Written Laws _ Ancient Babylon

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The Code of Hammurabi is one of the oldest and most important legal documents in human history. Created nearly 4,000 years ago in ancient Babylon, this remarkable stone pillar recorded over 280 laws that shaped justice, punishment, trade, family life, and leadership in ancient Mesopotamia.
In this video, we explore the origins of the Code of Hammurabi, the powerful Babylonian king who ordered its creation, and the brutal yet groundbreaking laws that introduced the idea that rules should be written, public, and enforced. From “an eye for an eye” justice to social class-based punishments, the Code of Hammurabi reveals how early civilizations tried to control chaos and define right and wrong.
Discover how these ancient Babylonian laws influenced later legal systems and why the Code of Hammurabi is still studied today as the foundation of written law.
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Welcome to a journey back to the dawn of justice.