Hadlai חַדְלָ֑י
Father of Amasa, who opposed taking captives from Judah.
Who is Hadlai in the Bible?
Hadlai was the father of Amasa, an Ephraimite leader during the reign of King Ahaz of Judah, mentioned in 2 Chronicles 28:12. When King Pekah of Israel attacked Judah and took many captives, Amasa son of Hadlai opposed this action along with other Ephraimite leaders. Recognizing that God's anger was already against Israel, these men stood against the army and successfully persuaded them to release the captives, who were then provided with clothing, food, and medical care before being returned to Judah. Hadlai's significance lies in his son's role as a voice of conscience and mercy during a time of military conflict, demonstrating how godly wisdom could restrain violence and promote compassion even between warring kingdoms.
Biography
Hadlai is mentioned in 2Ch.28.12 as the father of Amasa, who was one of the leaders of Ephraim during the reign of King Ahaz of Judah. When Pekah, king of Israel, attacked Judah and took captives, some leaders of Ephraim, including Amasa son of Hadlai, opposed this action. They stood against the army of Israel and urged them to release the captives, as they believed that the Lord's fierce anger was already against Israel. The army listened to their plea and released the captives, providing them with clothing, food, and medical care before sending them back to Judah.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Chronicles 1 verse
- 2 Chronicles 28:12
"Then some of the leaders of the Ephraimites—Azariah son of Jehohanan, Berechiah son of Meshillemoth, Jehizkiah son of Shallum, and Amasa son of Hadlai—stood in opposition to those arriving from the war."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | חַדְלָ֑י |