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Nazareth April 28th 1839David Roberts (artist), Louis Haghe (lithographer) · 1842

Beth Arbel

בֵּית אַרְבֵּאל/beth-AR-bel/

“House of God's ambush”

Summary

A city destroyed by Shalman, referenced by Hosea as an example of devastating warfare.

☩Symbol of Destruction

Hosea warned that Israel's fortresses would be destroyed as Beth-arbel was destroyed by Shalman on the day of battle, when mothers were dashed in pieces with their children. The exact location and the identity of Shalman remain debated.

Key verses:Hosea 10:14

Related Verses1 mention

Hosea· 1 verse

10:14

References

  1. 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Beth-Arbel," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. I (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).