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Ben-Hadad
This is the standing title of the Syrian kings, meaning “the son of Hadad.”
SEE: HADADEZER
The name of 3 biblical kings…
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Ben-Hadad, the king of Syria whom Asa, king of Judah, employed to invade Israel (1 Kings 15:18)
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Ben-Hadad, son of the preceding, also king of Syria
He was long engaged in war against Israel. He was murdered probably by Hazael, by whom he was succeeded (2 Kings 8:7-15), after a reign of some 30 years.
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Ben-Hadad, King of Damascus, and successor of his father Hazael on the throne of Syria (2 Kings 13:3, 4).
His misfortunes in war are noticed by Amos (Amos 1:4).
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Article Version: January 29, 2026