The code, adopted in the late fifth and early sixth centuries, is a reflection of the Burgundians strict attachment to God, separation of social groups, and unjust treatment of women. ... Almost each set of laws differs for what social group or sex the Burgundian is. ... To illustrate the importance placed on women, of the nine law titles (i.e. ... The Burgundian laws in this excerpt do, however, touch on the values that are evident throughout history. ... Without a set of laws, society has trouble finding legitimacy. ...

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