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Shalmaneser

also known as: Shalmanezer

The name “Shalmaneser” is mentioned twice in Scripture:

“Against him came up Shalmaneser king of Assyria; and Hoshea became his servant, and gave him presents.” —2 Kings 17:3 KJV

“And it came to pass in the fourth year of king Hezekiah, which was the seventh year of Hoshea son of Elah king of Israel, that Shalmaneser king of Assyria came up against Samaria, and besieged it.” —2 Kings 18:9 KJV

Archaeology reveals that there were several Shalmanesers.

King Shalmanezer II or IV is identified with King Shalman.

King Shalmanezer IV succeeded King Pul.

King Shalmaneser V is mentioned in 2 Kings 17:3-6, 24; 18:9

More information

• What is ASSYRIA?
• What is the significance of IRAQ in the Bible?
• Shalman
• King Pul
• Kings of the Bible
• Learn about Bible archaeology