Babylonia, named for its capital city, Babylon, was an ancient state in the south part of Mesopotamia (in modern Iraq), combining the territories of Sumer and Akkad. The earliest mention of Babylon can be found in a tablet of the reign of Sargon of Akkad, dating back to the 23rd century BC.
Historically, two ethnic groups, the Sumerians and Akkadians, had dominated the region. An area rich in natural resources, and strategically located for trade routes and commerce, it was often under threat from outsiders throughout the region's history.
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Astronomical Diaries - A collection of Babylonian texts in which astronomical observations and political events were recorded.
Babylonia - The history of a state in the south part of Mesopotamia, combining the territories of Sumer and Akkad.
Babylonia - Article describing the country, language, religion, and culture.
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Chronicle of Early Kings - A translated listing with information.
Hammurabi - A brief account of the sixth king of Babylon.
Hammurabi's Code of Laws - Full text as translated.
Letter of Pabi, Prince of Lachish, to Akhnaton, King of Kemet - Writing in clay addressed to the king of Egypt, c. 1350 B.C.E.
Map of Nippur - A drawing based on a map of the ancient city made about 1500 B.C.
Ruin of Esagila Chronicle - Translated text that describes how a Seleucid crown prince (probably Antiochus, the son of king Seleucus Nicator) fell during a sacrifice on the ruin of Esagila.
Some Neo-Babylonian Legal Decisions - Past court cases, c. 555-427 B.C.E.
The Babylonian Calendar - The names of the Babylonian month and two calendars that were inspired by the example.
The Code of Hammurabi - Excerpt of laws from the sixth king of the Amorite Dynasty of Old Babylon.
The Dynastic Chronicle - A king list written on six columns.
The Early Years of Nebuchadnezzar II - Translated text that contains the reference to the capture of Jerusalem in 597 B.C.E.
The Oldest Code of Laws in the World - The code of laws promulgated by Hammurabi.
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The Weidner Chronicle - Translated piece of propaganda in the form of a letter.
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