Module #1 Introduction to the Amorites Overview of the Amorite people and their significance in Mesopotamian history
Module #2 The Origins of the Amorites Exploring the origins and early history of the Amorites, including their language, culture, and migrations
Module #3 The Amorite Invasion of Mesopotamia The Amorite invasion of Mesopotamia, including the conquest of Sumer and the rise of the Amorite kingdoms
Module #4 The Amorite City-States In-depth analysis of the Amorite city-states, including their governance, economy, and culture
Module #5 Mari and the Amorite Kingdom The city of Mari and its importance in Amorite history, including the palace of Zimri-Lim and the Mari archives
Module #6 The Amorite Kings of Babylon The Amorite kings of Babylon, including Hammurabi and his famous code of laws
Module #7 Hammurabis Code and Its Significance In-depth analysis of Hammurabis Code, including its contents, significance, and impact on Mesopotamian law
Module #8 The Amorite Economy and Trade The Amorite economy and trade networks, including their system of weights and measures, and international trade relationships
Module #9 Amorite Society and Culture Exploration of Amorite society and culture, including social hierarchy, family and marriage, and religious beliefs
Module #10 Amorite Art and Architecture Analysis of Amorite art and architecture, including their distinctive styles, motifs, and architectural achievements
Module #11 The Amorite Military and Warfare The Amorite military and warfare, including their tactics, technology, and notable battles
Module #12 The Amorites and Their Neighbors The Amorites relationships with their neighboring states, including the Hittites, Assyrians, and Elamites
Module #13 The Decline and Fall of the Amorite Kingdoms The decline and fall of the Amorite kingdoms, including the rise of the Hittite Empire and the fall of Babylon
Module #14 The Legacy of the Amorites The lasting impact of the Amorites on Mesopotamian history, including their contributions to law, governance, and culture
Module #15 The Amorites in the Biblical Record The Amorites in the Hebrew Bible, including their depiction in the book of Genesis and the conquest of Canaan
Module #16 The Amorites and the Rise of the Assyrian Empire The Amorites role in the rise of the Assyrian Empire, including the Assyrian conquest of Babylon and the Amorite kingdoms
Module #17 The Amorites in the Ancient Near Eastern Context The Amorites in the broader context of the ancient Near East, including their relationships with the Egyptians, Mitanni, and others
Module #18 Archaeological Discoveries and the Amorites The importance of archaeological discoveries in understanding Amorite history, including the finds at Mari, Babylon, and other sites
Module #19 The Amorites and the Development of Writing The Amorites role in the development of writing, including the creation of cuneiform script and the use of writing in administration and literature
Module #20 Amorite Literature and Poetry The literary achievements of the Amorites, including their poetry, hymns, and other written works
Module #21 The Amorites and the Rise of the Babylonian Empire The Amorites role in the rise of the Neo-Babylonian Empire, including the reign of Nabopolassar and Nebuchadnezzar
Module #22 The Amorites in the Persian Period The Amorites during the Persian period, including their role in the administration of the Persian Empire
Module #23 The Legacy of the Amorites in the Ancient World The lasting impact of the Amorites on the ancient world, including their contributions to law, governance, and culture
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The Role of the Amorites in Mesopotamian History career
