Old Testament
Toi
The King of Hamath who sent his son Joram to congratulate King David on his victory over Hadadezer.
Toi was the king of Hamath who sought an alliance with David after David defeated their mutual enemy, Hadadezer of Zobah. By sending his son Joram with gifts of silver, gold, and bronze, Toi acknowledged David's growing regional power. His actions demonstrate the political impact of David's military successes on neighboring kingdoms.
In the text
- Verses
- 4
- Books
- 2
- First appears
- 2 Samuel 8:9
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 18:10
Where Toi appears
4 verses · 2 chaptersIn the same books
- Amnon22 versesThe firstborn son of King David whose violent actions against his half-sister Tamar triggered a cycle of family tragedy.
- Ahithophel17 versesA trusted counselor to King David who defected to join Absalom's rebellion against the throne.
- Mephibosheth12 versesThe crippled son of Jonathan who received David's covenant kindness and a permanent place at the royal table.
- Abishai23 versesA valiant commander and nephew of King David who served as a loyal leader in Israel's military.
- Abigail17 versesA wise and discerning woman who prevented David from committing bloodshed against her foolish husband, Nabal.
- Ornan17 versesA Jebusite who sold his threshing floor to King David for the site of the future temple.
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