Think about the main legislative system in your own country (Spain in my case). (equality before the law, who propose/pass it,…)
– Write a paragraph or two pointing out its main weaknesses and strengths.
Think about which law do you consider the best, and which one the worst. Give reasons for your choice.
About Hammurabi’s Code of law
Which was the main purpose of this collection of laws?
What do you think of Hammurabi’s laws? Do they seem fair?
Were they just or harsh punishments? Does our society have harsh punishments today? Have we made any progress in four thousand year?
Hammurabi’s laws give us an idea of the life and social structure of the people during his time -> support it with some examples
What principles were most valuated in Mesopotamian society
“So that the strong should not harm the weak”- Who are the weak in our modern society? Are they protected by law?
