The Stele of Hammurabi is a large stone monument created around 1754 BCE, featuring one of the earliest known sets of laws. It was commissioned by Hammurabi, the sixth king of the Babylonian Empire, and is inscribed with 282 laws that cover various aspects of daily life, justice, and trade. The stele is notable for its detailed cuneiform script and a relief sculpture depicting Hammurabi receiving the laws from the sun god Shamash. This artifact is significant in the study of ancient law and governance, illustrating the principles of justice in Mesopotamia. The laws emphasize the concept of retribution, often summarized by the phrase "an eye for an eye." The Stele of Hammurabi is now housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, serving as a crucial link to understanding early legal systems and societal norms.