Babylonia
Babylonia
Babylonia (pronunciation: /ˌbæbɪˈloʊniə/) was an ancient Akkadian-speaking state and cultural area based in central-southern Mesopotamia (present-day Iraq).
Etymology
The term Babylonia is derived from the city of Babylon, which was the capital city of the ancient civilization. The name Babylon itself is derived from the Akkadian bāb-ili(m), which means "Gate of God" or "Gateway of the God".
History
Babylonia emerged as a major power when Hammurabi (1792–1750 BC) created a short-lived empire, succeeding the earlier Akkadian Empire, Third Dynasty of Ur, and Old Assyrian Empire. The Babylonian empire, however, rapidly fell apart after the death of Hammurabi and reverted to a small kingdom.
Culture
The cultural influence of Babylonia was significant, impacting future empires and civilizations. The Babylonians made significant advancements in mathematics, astronomy, literature, law, and art. The Code of Hammurabi is one of the earliest known legal codes and has greatly influenced legal systems worldwide.
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External links
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- Wikipedia's article - Babylonia
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