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Anunnaki Quote by Hammurabi

“When Anu the Sublime, King of the Anunnaki, and Bel, the lord of Heaven and earth, who decreed the fate of the land assigned to Marduk, the over-ruling son of Ea, God of righteousness, dominion over earthly man, and made him great among the Igigi, they called Babylon by his illustrious name, made…” quote by Hammurabi
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““When Anu the Sublime, King of the Anunnaki, and Bel, the lord of Heaven and earth, who decreed the fate of the land assigned to Marduk, the over-ruling son of Ea, God of righteousness, dominion over earthly man, and made him great among the Igigi, they called Babylon by his illustrious name, made it great on earth, and founded an everlasting kingdom in it, whose foundations are laid so solidly as those of heaven and earth; then Anu and Bel called by name me, Hammurabi, the exalted prince, who feared God, to bring about the rule of righteousness in the land, to destroy the wicked and the evil-doers; so that the strong should not harm the weak , so that I should rule over the black-headed people like Shamash and enlighten the land, to further the well-being of mankind. ...When Marduk sent me to rule over men, to give the protection of right to the land, I did right and righteousness in . . . , and brought about the well-being of the oppressed. [ The oldest known written code of laws from around 1772 BCE ]””

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About This Quote

A ruler claims divine authority to justify law‑making for justice and protection of the weak.

In simple terms: He says his law comes from gods to protect the people.

Key Takeaway

Legitimacy through higher purpose.

Themes

law justice divine right

Mood

solemn authoritative

Type

historical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • governance
  • legal codes
  • historical analysis

Key Concepts

theocracy social contract

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities accompany power?
  • How does law reflect moral values?
A Different Perspective

Divine claims may mask political motives.

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