by David L. Baker. The Ten Commandments, or Decalogue, have long been a pillar of Western law and culture. In more recent times they have been a point of controversy in the public square. But on closer scrutiny the commandments are particularly addressed to the people of God. In the exodus narrative, their revelation on Mount Sinai is framed in symbols of aweâfire, smoke, and blaring trumpets.
Hammurabi's Code is one of the oldest sets of laws ever recorded, and this quiz/worksheet combo will help you test your understanding of it. You will be assessed on your knowledge of the purpose and function of a code of law. In these assessments, you'll be tested on your knowledge of: Law.
QUESTION: Hammurabi Code of Law. ANSWER: Why was the Hammurabi Code of Law such an important archaeological discovery? The Law Code of Hammurabi is significant because it is one of the oldest set of laws yet discovered by modern archaeologists.