Hammurabi was the sixth king of the First Babylonian Dynasty, reigning from 1792 BC to 1750 BC. He is best known for the Code of Hammurabi, one of the earliest and most complete written legal codes, which established laws and standards for justice in ancient Babylon. This code covered various aspects of daily life, including trade, property rights, and family matters. Hammurabi's reign marked a significant period in the development of law and governance. His famous stele, inscribed with the code, serves as a symbol of the importance of law in maintaining order and justice in society. The principles laid out in his code have influenced legal systems throughout history.