Samsu-Ditana

Samsu-ditāna
Born17th century BC
Died16th century BC
TitleKing of Babylon
Term31 years;
1625-1595 (MC)
1617-1587 BC (LMC)
1562–1531 BC (SC)
PredecessorAmmi-Saduqa
SuccessorNone

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), 1617-1587 BC (Low 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.

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