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Charter of 1052

Year

2011

Language

ENGLISH

Publication Information

Dalcassian Publishing Company

Summary

The Charter of Prince Yaroslav Vladimirovich serves as a legal document that defines a comprehensive set of laws addressing moral and social conduct in 11th-century Rus'. It emphasizes the jurisdiction of the Metropolitan of Kyiv and outlines specific penalties for offenses such as abduction, adultery, and theft, with fines payable to both the Metropolitan and the offended parties. The charter establishes a framework for the enforcement of these laws, highlighting the roles of the prince, boyars, and church authorities in maintaining order and moral standards within society.

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