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Module Overview
Compare the differences and find the similarities in the history of rulership and the roles of rulers in ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt.
Essay
Framing the Issues
- The "Law Codes" of Mesopotamia
- Symbols of Royal Power in Ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt
- The Connection Between Mesopotamian and Biblical Law
Examining Stereotypes
Image Resource Bank
This is a statue of King Seti I (1290-1279 BCE) of the Ninetteenth Dynasty holding up an image of the goddess Ma’at, the goddess truth, justice, and harmony... [IMAGE GALLERY]
Learning Resources
Jennie Myers
Research Associate, University of Chicago
Classroom Connections
LESSON 1: Images of Power
LESSON 2: Should Church and State be Separated?
