Bible Dictionary
Toi
Toi was king of Hamath. After David defeated Hadadezer, Toi sent his son Joram with gifts to congratulate David and acknowledge his victory.
Definition
Toi was king of Hamath, also called Tou. After David defeated Hadadezer, the Syrian king’s powerful enemy, Toi sent his son Joram or Hadoram to David with gifts and congratulations.
Biblical Usage
Toi’s action is presented as acknowledgment of David’s victory and as homage through his son’s embassy.
Historical Background
Hamath was associated with the Orontes. Smith dates this event approximately to 1036 B.C.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
A king of Hamath, who sent “Joram his son unto King David to salute him,” when he “heard that David had smitten all the host of Hadadezer” (2 Sam. 8:9, 10). Called Tou (1 Chr. 18:9, 10).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(erring), king of Hamath on the Orontes, who, after the defeat of his powerful enemy the Syrian king Hadadezer by the army of David, sent his son Joram or Hadoram to congratulate the victory and do him homage with presents of gold and silver and brass. (2 Samuel 8:9,10) (B.C. 1036.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>to'-i.</p><p>See TOU.</p>