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By Ethiothrones Introduction Few subjects in Ethiopian history are as important, or as politically contested, as language. Ethiopia is one of Africa's most linguistically diverse countries. Amharic, Oromo, Tigrinya, Somali, Afar, Sidama, Gurage languages, and many others represent civilizations and communities that have contributed to the country's history. Yet among these languages, Amharic developed a distinctive historical role that extended beyond everyday communication.

Introduction Ethiopia possesses one of Africa’s longest traditions of organized statehood. Its political history cannot be adequately understood without examining the relationship among the Ethiopian monarchy, Amharic language, Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, and the diverse peoples who contributed to the country’s civilization. Among these subjects, the historical role of Amharic and Amhara political culture deserves careful examination. For centuries, Amharic became dee