
Vol 2 Ep 3 - Ur
History of the World podcast
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The Laws of the Third Dynasty of Awe
The laws are attributable to the third dynasty of awe. Criminals during these periods would have had to pay a fine in silver. The amount of silver was apportioned to the seriousness of the crime. If a man commits a robbery, he will be killed. This one seems quite harsh, but perhaps considering as necessary to prevent such an action.If a slave married a native person, he or she is to hand the first born son over to his owner. There is a clear definition of human rights that are particular to the slave class.
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