Topical Encyclopedia Historical Context:Syria, known in ancient times as Aram, was a significant region located to the north of Israel. It played a crucial role in the biblical narrative, particularly during the reign of King David. The interactions between Israel and Syria during this period are marked by military campaigns, political alliances, and the establishment of Israelite dominance over the region. David's Campaigns Against Syria: King David, the second king of Israel, is renowned for his military prowess and the expansion of Israel's territory. One of his notable military achievements was the subjugation of the Syrian kingdoms. The biblical account of David's campaigns against Syria is primarily found in 2 Samuel 8 and 1 Chronicles 18. In 2 Samuel 8:5-6 , it is recorded: "When the Arameans of Damascus came to help Hadadezer king of Zobah, David struck down twenty-two thousand men. Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became subject to David and brought him tribute. So the LORD gave victory to David wherever he went." Garrisoning and Tribute: David's strategy involved placing garrisons in key Syrian cities, particularly in Damascus, the capital of Aram. This not only ensured military control but also facilitated the collection of tribute, thereby integrating the Syrian territories into David's expanding kingdom. The tribute from Syria contributed to the wealth and stability of Israel during David's reign. 1 Chronicles 18:6 echoes this account: "Then David placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became subject to him and brought him tribute. So the LORD gave victory to David wherever he went." Divine Favor and Fulfillment of Promises: The biblical narrative emphasizes that David's victories, including those over Syria, were a result of divine favor. The LORD's support is repeatedly highlighted as the source of David's success. This aligns with the broader biblical theme of God's covenant with David, promising him a lasting dynasty and success over his enemies. Significance in the Davidic Kingdom: The subjugation of Syria under David's rule marked a period of unprecedented expansion and consolidation for the Israelite kingdom. It established Israel as a dominant regional power and laid the groundwork for the prosperity experienced during the reign of David's son, Solomon. The control over Syria also secured Israel's northern borders, providing a buffer against potential threats from more distant empires. Legacy: David's successful campaigns against Syria and the subsequent garrisoning and tribute system had long-lasting implications for the history of Israel. They not only demonstrated David's capabilities as a military leader but also fulfilled the divine promises made to him. The integration of Syria into David's kingdom is a testament to the LORD's faithfulness and the unfolding of His plan for Israel through David's lineage. Torrey's Topical Textbook 2 Samuel 8:6Then David put garrisons in Syria of Damascus: and the Syrians became servants to David, and brought gifts. And the LORD preserved David wherever he went. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library The Assyrian Revival and the Struggle for Syria Egypt Tiglath-Pileser iii. And the Organisation of the Assyrian Empire ... The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus The Medes and the Second Chaldaean Empire The Iranian Conquest Resources Does Luke's claim that Jesus was born in Bethlehem at the time of Quirinius' census match the historical record? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the significance of Damascus in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org What is the significance of Cyprus in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Syria: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Syria: A Saviour Raised up for Israel Against Syria: Abana and Pharpar Rivers of Syria: And It Included Phoenicia Syria: Army of, Miraculously Routed Syria: Asa Sought Aid of, Against Israel Syria: Benhadad King of, Besieged Samaria Syria: Called Aram, from the Son of Shem Syria: Confederates With Nebuchadnezzar Syria: Conquest of by Jeroboam Syria: Conquest of by Tiglath-Pileser, King of Assyria Syria: Damascus the Capital of Syria: David: Dedicated the Spoils of Syria: David: Destroyed a Second Army of Syria: David: Destroyed the Army of, Which Assisted Hadadezer Syria: David: Garrisoned and Made Tributary Syria: David: Obtained Renown by his Victory Over Syria: David: Sent Joab Against the Armies of, Hired by the Ammonites Syria: Death of the King of, and the Cruelty of his Successor Syria: Elijah Anointed Hazael King Over, by Divine Direction Syria: Elisha Predicted to Joash his Three Victories Over Syria: God Smote With Blindness Those Sent Against Elisha by The Syria: Gospel Preached and Many Churches Founded In Syria: Inhabitants of a Commercial People Syria: Inhabitants of a Warlike People Syria: Inhabitants of an Idolatrous People Syria: Inhabitants of Called Syrians Syria: Inhabitants of Called Syrians of Damascus Syria: Inhabitants of Spoke the Syriack Language Syria: Israel Delivered Into the Hands of, for the Sins of Jehoahaz Syria: Israel Followed the Idolatry of Syria: Joined With Israel Against Ahaz and Besieged Jerusalem Syria: Joram King of Israel in Seeking to Recover Ramothgilead From, Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: And in the Title of Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: Aram-Rehob, Also Called Beth-Rehob Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: Aram-Zobah, Also Called, Zobah and Zoba Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: Damascus Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: Geshur Syria: Minor Kingdoms Within the Region: Hamath Syria: More Properly the Country Around Damascus Syria: Originally Included Mesopotamia Syria: Paul Goes To, With Letters to Apprehend the Christians Syria: People of, Colonized in Samaria by the King of Assyria Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Burning of Damascus Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Ceasing to be a Kingdom Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Destruction of Its Inhabitants Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Destruction of Rezin King of Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Its Calamities, the Punishments of Its Sins Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Its History in Connection With the Macedonia Empire Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Its Inhabitants to be Captives Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Plundering of Damascus Syria: Prophecies Respecting: Terror and Dismay In, Occasioned by Its Invasion Syria: Retook Elath and Drove out the Jews Syria: Subdued and Governed by the Romans Syria: Subdued and Its Inhabitants Taken Captive by Assyria Syria: The Fame of Jesus Extended Over Syria: The Israelites: At Peace With, for Three Years Syria: The Israelites: Craftily Drawn Into a League With Syria: The Israelites: Defeated By, and Ahab Slain Syria: The Israelites: Encouraged and Assisted by God Overcame a Second Time Syria: The Israelites: Forewarned of Invasion By, at the Return of the Year Syria: The Israelites: Harassed by Frequent Incursions of Syria: The Israelites: Heard the Secrets of, from Elisha Syria: The Israelites: Insignificant Before Syria: The Israelites: Under Ahab Encouraged and Assisted by God, Overcame Syria: The Israelites: Under Ahab Sought to Recover Ramoth-Gilead From Syria: The Roman Province of, Included the Land of Canaan Related Terms |
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