What are the purposes of these codes and whom do they seek to regulate? How do these codes express a theory of empire that transcends localized control?

this is a compare and contrast essay. What are the purposes of these codes and whom do they seek to regulate? How do these codes express a theory of empire that transcends localized control? In what way does spirituality factor into these codes? Make sure to ground your essay in the specific historical context and use the full range of the codes supplied.