Amorite kingship

Amorite kingship refers to the system of rule established by the Amorite people, a Semitic group that gained prominence in ancient Mesopotamia around 2000 BCE. These kings often ruled city-states as monarchs, combining political authority with religious duties, and their leadership was typically hereditary. Their governance helped unify regions and contributed to the development of early urban civilizations. The Amorite influence is notably seen in the rise of Babylon, where kings like Hammurabi established centralized control and codified laws, shaping the political landscape of Mesopotamia for centuries.