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How to Survive in Babylonia

The Ancients

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Life in Ancient Babylonia: Cities, Houses, and Family Dynamics

Exploring the cities of Cipar and Nippur within the Babylonian context, this chapter vividly describes their layout, architecture, and the labor required for maintenance. Delving into residential structures, it contrasts the housing situation with Pompeii, showcasing the unique case of small houses in Cipar and the limited knowledge of domestic layout. Unpacking family life, inheritance practices, and property distribution, it sheds light on familial ties, cultural norms, and the challenges faced by households in ancient Babylonia.

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