Father of Joram and King of Hamath in Syria who lived during the time of King David.
About Toi
A king who ruled over Hamath during the time when David defeated the armies of Hadadezer (2 Samuel 8:9–10). He is also called Tou in 1 Chronicles 18:9–10. Toi sent his son Joram to congratulate David and to give him gifts.
Family Relationships
- Child
- Joram (2 Samuel 8:10)
Key References
When King Toi of Hamath heard that David had defeated the entire army of Hadadezer,
he sent his son Joram to greet King David and bless him for fighting and defeating Hadadezer, who had been at war with Toi. Joram brought with him articles of silver and gold and bronze,
When King Tou of Hamath heard that David had defeated the entire army of Hadadezer king of Zobah,
All Scripture References (4)
2 Samuel (2)
When King Toi of Hamath heard that David had defeated the entire army of Hadadezer,
he sent his son Joram to greet King David and bless him for fighting and defeating Hadadezer, who had been at war with Toi. Joram brought with him articles of silver and gold and bronze,
1 Chronicles (2)
When King Tou of Hamath heard that David had defeated the entire army of Hadadezer king of Zobah,
he sent his son Hadoram to greet King David and bless him for fighting and defeating Hadadezer, who had been at war with Tou. Hadoram brought all kinds of articles of gold and silver and bronze,