Bible Dictionary
Bearbel
Bearbel was a place mentioned by Hosea as the scene of a violent sack and massacre carried out by Shalman. Its exact location is uncertain.
Definition
Bearbel was a place whose name is explained as “house of God’s court.” Its precise location is not supplied.
Biblical Usage
Hosea names Bearbel as the scene of a sack and massacre carried out by Shalman.
Historical Background
The supplied material records no certain geographical identification for Bearbel.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(house of God’s court), named only in (Hosea 10:14) as the scene of a sack and massacre by Shalman.