Merkurios of Makuria
| Merkurios | |
|---|---|
| King of Makuria | |
| Reign | 697 - 722 |
| Predecessor | Qalidurut |
| Successor | Zacharias I |
| Born | Dongola |
| Religion | Greek Orthodox Christianity (until 710) Coptic Orthodox Christianity (from 710 onwards) |
Merkurios (reigned 697 - c. 722) was ruler of the Nubian kingdom of Makuria. Authorities believe that during his reign Makuria absorbed the Nubian kingdom of Nobatia.