Justinian Code

noun

1. the body of Roman law that was codified and promulgated under Justinian I.

Justinian Code

noun

1. a compilation of Roman imperial law made by order of Justinian I, forming part of the Corpus Juris Civilis

Example Sentences

The law was finally adjusted in the Justinian Code, by a compromise permitting six per cent.

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A new code of laws was made by great jurists, on the principles of the Justinian Code.

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The importance of the Justinian Code, however, is not that of mere history.

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The laws passed between 438 and 534 are found in the Justinian Code which was published in revised form in that year.

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The richest legacy ever left by one civilization to another was the Justinian Code.

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