Amar-Sin

Amar-Sin was a Sumerian king who ruled around 2046–2037 BC in ancient Mesopotamia, part of the Ur III dynasty. His name means "He of Sin," referring to the moon god Sin. His reign followed his father’s and son’s, symbolizing a dynastic continuity. Amar-Sin is known from inscriptions and historical records, which highlight his administrative and military actions. His rule was part of a period marked by complex city-states and advanced culture in early Mesopotamian civilization. These records help us understand the political and religious landscape of that era.