Bible Dictionary
Tiglathpileser
Tiglath-pileser, also called Tiglath-Pilneser or Pul, was an Assyrian king who invaded Israel and Syria. He captured northern territories, deported Israelites, killed Rezin of Damascus, and received assistance requested by Ahaz of Judah.
Biblical Usage
He invaded during Pekah’s reign, taking Ijon, Abel-beth-maachah, Janoah, Kedesh, Hazor, Gilead, Galilee, and Naphtali. After Ahaz requested help, Tiglath-pileser took Damascus and later received Ahaz at Damascus.
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