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The Ancients
How to Survive in Babylonia
Apr 6, 2024
Join Tristan in a fascinating discussion with Amanda Podany, a historian from California State Polytechnic University, as they dive into the daily life of ancient Babylonia. Topics range from clay tablet literature, board games, crime, slavery, female entrepreneurship, and the era of King Hammurabi in 1750 BC.
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- Ancient Babylonia showcased a diverse range of social classes and occupations, from literate landowners to field workers and craftsmen.
- The cuneiform writing system, utilizing clay tablets for inscriptions, played a crucial role in documenting transactions, professions, and legal matters in Babylonia.
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Everyday Life in Babylonia 4,000 Years Ago
In ancient Babylonia, everyday life revolved around the kingdom of Babylon during King Hammurabi's reign. People lived in cities like Nippur and Cipar, engaging in various occupations and maintaining strong ties to their family homes. The survival of documents and texts from this era provides valuable insights into daily life, showing a mix of social classes and occupations, from literate landowners to workers in fields and craftsmen.
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