Samsu-Ditana

Samsu-ditāna, inscribed phonetically in cuneiform sa-am-su-di-ta-na in the seals of his servants, the 11th and last king of the Amorite or First Dynasty of Babylon, reigned for 31 years, 1625 – 1595 BC (Middle Chronology) or 1562 – 1531 BC (Short Chronology). His reign is best known for its demise with the sudden fall of Babylon at the hands of the Hittites.

Samsu-ditāna
Born17th century BC
Died16th century BC
TitleKing of Babylon
Term31 years; c. 1562–1531 BC
PredecessorAmmi-Saduqa
SuccessorNone
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