Assyrian king mentioned in connection with the destruction of Samaria
También conocido como: Shalmai, Shamlai, Sjalmai
El reino divididoKingWarriorcirca 700s BC
Shalmai is an Assyrian king mentioned in the book of Hosea in connection with the destruction of Beth-Arbel. He is referred to as an example of brutal warfare and God's judgment on Israel for their apostasy and idolatry. His name is used prophetically as a warning of the coming destruction that would strike the Northern Kingdom of Israel.
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The Destruction of Beth-Arbel
Shalmai is mentioned as the one who destroyed Beth-Arbel on the day of battle, where mothers were crushed together with their children. This event is used by the prophet Hosea as a warning to Israel.
14the roar of battle will rise among your people, and all your fortresses will be destroyed, as Shalman destroyed Beth Arbel on the day of battle, when mothers were dashed to pieces with their children.
13But you have plowed wickedness and reaped injustice; you have eaten the fruit of lies. Because you trusted in your own way, in the multitude of your warriors,
14the roar of battle will rise among your people, and all your fortresses will be destroyed, as Shalman destroyed Beth Arbel on the day of battle, when mothers were dashed to pieces with their children.
Shalmai's destruction is mentioned in a broader context where Hosea condemns Israel's breach of trust by relying on their own strength and many warriors rather than the Lord.
13But you have plowed wickedness and reaped injustice; you have eaten the fruit of lies. Because you trusted in your own way, in the multitude of your warriors,
14the roar of battle will rise among your people, and all your fortresses will be destroyed, as Shalman destroyed Beth Arbel on the day of battle, when mothers were dashed to pieces with their children.
The destruction associated with Shalmai is used as a parallel to the coming judgment on Bethel and its idolatry, where Israel's calf images would be removed.
14the roar of battle will rise among your people, and all your fortresses will be destroyed, as Shalman destroyed Beth Arbel on the day of battle, when mothers were dashed to pieces with their children.