Ashur-nadin-ahhe I (Aššur-nādin-aḫḫē I)[3] was a king of Assyria in the 15th century BC. He took power after the death of his father, Ashur-rabi I. During his reign, Assyria became a sporadic vassal of Mitanni. He was overthrown by his brother Enlil-Nasir II.[4]
| Ashur-nadin-ahhe I Aššur-nādin-aḫḫē I | |
|---|---|
| Issi'ak Assur | |
| King of Assur | |
| Reign | c. 1452–1431 BC[a] |
| Predecessor | Ashur-rabi I |
| Successor | Enlil-nasir II |
| Father | Ashur-rabi I |
A letter survives from him congratulating Egyptian Pharaoh Thutmose III on his victories in Palestine and Syria.[5]
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