The Relations between the Laws of Babylonia and the Laws of the Hebrew Peoples (eBook)

Unraveling Legal Traditions of Ancient Civilizations

C. H. W. Johns (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
301 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766463515-0 (EAN)

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In 'The Relations between the Laws of Babylonia and the Laws of the Hebrew Peoples' by C. H. W. Johns, the author delves into a comparative study of the legal systems of Babylonia and the Hebrew people. Through a meticulous analysis of ancient texts and historical documents, Johns explores the similarities and differences between the two legal traditions, shedding light on the influence that Babylonian laws had on Hebrew legal practices. The book is written in a scholarly and authoritative tone, making it a valuable resource for scholars of ancient Near Eastern history and legal studies. Johns' thorough exploration of the legal codes provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the legal frameworks of these ancient societies. C. H. W. Johns, a distinguished historian and scholar of ancient civilizations, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this study. His background in ancient Near Eastern studies and his extensive research in the field make him uniquely qualified to undertake such a comparative analysis. By delving into the intersection of Babylonian and Hebrew legal traditions, Johns offers readers a nuanced perspective on the evolution of legal systems in the ancient world. I highly recommend 'The Relations between the Laws of Babylonia and the Laws of the Hebrew Peoples' to anyone interested in ancient history, legal studies, or comparative cultural analysis.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 22.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Vor- und Frühgeschichte / Antike
• Themenwelt: Recht / Steuern
• Schlagworte: ancient civilizations • ancient societies • Babylonia • comparative law • Cultural History • Hebrew • History of Asia • Iraq • Jewish Law • Laws • Legal systems • Near Eastern Studies • Sumerian literature