Overview

• Sumerian revival under kings like Ur-Nammu and Shulgi.
• Creation of a centralized bureaucratic state.

Dynasty

• Kings: Ur-Nammu → Shulgi → Amar-Sin → Shu-Sin → Ibbi-Sin
• Known as the “Ur III Dynasty”.

People & Society

• Strong central government.
• Large-scale state projects and taxes.
• Documented workers’ lists, salaries, and laws.

Religion

• Great ziggurat of Ur constructed.
• Worship of Nanna, Enlil, Inanna, Utu.
• Kings viewed as chosen by gods.

Economy

• Very advanced record-keeping.
• Wheat, barley, sheep, wool textiles exported widely.
• State-controlled workshops.

Army

• Professional troops maintained by the state.
• Fortification walls around borders.
• Use of archers, spearmen, and chariots.