Lakhmids
The Lakhmids were an Arab dynasty that ruled in eastern Arabia and southern Mesopotamia from the 4th to the 7th century CE. They established a capital at Al-Hirah, a strategically important city near the Euphrates River. The Lakhmids served as a buffer state between the Sasanian Empire and the Byzantine Empire, often acting as its vassals. They played a significant role in regional politics and trade, controlling important caravan routes.
The Lakhmids were known for their patronage of Arabic poetry and culture. Their court in Al-Hirah became
The dynasty's influence waned in the early 7th century. Internal strife and the rise of the Sasanian