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    Beth-arbel

    בֵּית אַֽרְבֵֿאל

    Beth-arbel was a place destroyed by Shalman, mentioned in Hosea's prophecy as an example of destruction. (Hosea 10:14)

    Where the story of Beth-arbel happensWhere the gazetteer locates Beth-arbel, framed to them: Beth-arbel. Each dot is a coordinate from the gazetteer. The coastline is a modern one, simplified; no border, road or settlement of any period is drawn, and no line joins two points, because the rows state where and not in what order.Beth-arbel
    Where the gazetteer locates Beth-arbel
    verses
    1
    first named
    Hosea 10:14
    last named
    Hosea 10:14
    feature
    settlement
    coordinates
    32.56°N · 35.85°E
    settlement32.56°N · 35.85°E

    Tall Irbid (OpenBible)

    The gazetteer records one identification, and no competing one.

    Description

    Beth-arbel in the text

    In the words of STEPBible TIPNR:

    Beth-arbel is mentioned only once in the Bible, in Hosea 10:14, as part of a prophecy against Israel. In this verse, the prophet Hosea warns that the fortresses of Israel will be destroyed, just as Shalman devastated Beth-arbel on the day of battle, when mothers were dashed to the ground with their children.

    The exact location of Beth-arbel is uncertain, and the identity of Shalman is also a matter of debate. Some scholars believe that Beth-arbel may refer to the city of Arbela, located in the region of Galilee, which was known for its fortified caves. Others suggest that it might be a reference to the Assyrian king Shalmaneser III or Shalmaneser V, who were involved in campaigns against Israel and Judah.

    The destruction of Beth-arbel is used by Hosea as an example of the impending judgment that would come upon Israel because of their unfaithfulness to God. The vivid description of the city's destruction, with mothers and children being killed, emphasizes the severity of the coming judgment.

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    1. Hosea1 verse

      10:14

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    ElsewhereJerusalemThe capital of Israel, a holy city for three religionsElsewhereEgyptAncient nation; Israelites enslaved there; plagues and ExodusElsewhereJordanA river and region, significant in Israel's history

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