Micipsa

AncientEmperorNumidia-190 — -118

Son of Masinissa, peaceful Numidian king.

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Quick Facts

Born

190 BCE

Died

118 BCE

Country

Numidia

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)39

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)62

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score41.1

Micipsa — Complete Timeline

148 BC

Peaceful reign over NumidiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Micipsa succeeded his father Masinissa as king of Numidia. He maintained peace with Rome and focused on internal development, promoting agriculture, trade, and Hellenistic culture. His reign was marked by stability and prosperity.

NumidiaPeaceful ReignDevelopment

Impact: regionalconstructive

118 BC

Division of the kingdomPolitical Action◆ Major

Upon his death, Micipsa divided Numidia among his two sons, Adherbal and Hiempsal, and his adopted nephew Jugurtha. This division led to civil war and the Jugurthine War, destabilizing the kingdom.

NumidiaSuccessionCivil War

Impact: regionaldestructive