Who was the leader of the Amorites known for his significant conquests?

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Hammurabi was the leader of the Amorites renowned primarily for his significant conquests and establishment of a centralized state in ancient Mesopotamia. He is best known for the Code of Hammurabi, one of the earliest and most complete written legal codes, which served to unify his empire and regulate various aspects of society by providing a clear set of laws. His reign marked a pivotal moment in the history of Babylonian civilization, turning it into a prominent power in the region through military conquests, strategic alliances, and significant administrative reforms.

The other figures and terms listed relate to different historical contexts or concepts. Narmer is primarily known for unifying Egypt and is associated with the Narmer palette, representing early Egyptian civilization. Akhenaten was an Egyptian pharaoh famous for introducing a form of monotheism centered around the worship of Aten, but he did not lead the Amorites or focus on military conquest like Hammurabi. Ziggurat refers to a type of architectural structure that was prominent in ancient Mesopotamia, particularly associated with temple complexes, rather than a figure or leader.