Pithana
Pithana (Pythanas)[1] was a Bronze Age king of the Anatolian city of Kussara, and forerunner of the later Hittite dynasty.[2]
Pithana | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | King of Kussara |
| Children | Anitta |
| Parent(s) | unknown |
Pithana reigned during the 17th century BC (Short chronology). During his reign he conquered the city of Kanesh,[3] heart of the Assyrian trading colonies network in Anatolia, and core of the Hittite-speaking territories.
He was succeeded by his son, Anitta, who is best known for conquering Hattusa, the future Hittite capital, and memorializing his achievement using the Hittite language.
See also
References
- Fortson, Benjamin W., IV (2004), Indo-European Language and Culture, Blackwell Publishing, ISBN 1-4051-0316-7
- Kuhrt, Amélie (1995). The Ancient Near East, Volume I. London and New York: Routledge. p. 226. ISBN 0-415-16763-9.
- Kuhrt, Amélie (1995). The Ancient Near East, Volume I. London and New York: Routledge. p. 226. ISBN 0-415-16763-9.
External links
| Unknown Last known title holder: Pamba |
Hittite king ca. 17th century BC |
Succeeded by Anitta |
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