Eye for an Eye

"Eye for an eye" is a principle of justice that suggests the punishment for a wrongdoing should be proportional to the offense. It originates from ancient legal codes like Hammurabi's Code, emphasizing retribution rather than rehabilitation. The idea is that justice is served when the punishment matches the harm caused. While it promotes fairness, modern legal systems often favor rehabilitation and deterrence over strict reciprocation, recognizing that equitable justice involves more complex considerations beyond simple retaliation.