Beth-arbel
Beth-arbel is a settlement mentioned in 1 verse. Its most likely location is Tall Irbid.
Where is Beth-arbel?
Approx. 32.5587, 35.8476 · OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
Possible modern locations
| Identification | Type | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Tall Irbid | settlement | High |
| another name for Arbela | settlement | Medium |
Beth-arbel in the Bible dictionary
House of God’s court, a place alluded to by Hosea (10:14) as the scene of some great military exploit, but not otherwise mentioned in Scripture. The Shalman here named was probably Shalmaneser, the king of Assyria (2 Kings 17:3).
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Verses that mention Beth-arbel
- Hosea 10:14
Therefore shall a tumult arise among thy people, and all thy fortresses shall be spoiled, as Shalman spoiled Beth–arbel in the day of battle: the mother was dashed in pieces upon her children.