About Ben-Hadad III
Lived 900 BC – 800 BC. Ben-Hadad III was a sovereign.
Bar-Hadad III (Aram.) (ܒܪ ܚܕܕ) or Ben-Hadad III (Heb.) (בֶּן-הֲדַד) was king of Aram Damascus, the son and successor of Hazael. His succession is mentioned in 2 Kings (, ). He is thought to have ruled from 796 BC to 792 BC, although there are many conflicting opinions among Biblical archaeologists as to the length of his reign.
The archaeological Stele of Zakkur mentions "Bar Hadad, son of Hazael".
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ben-Hadad III?
King of Aram Damascus
When was Ben-Hadad III born?
Ben-Hadad III was born in 900 BC.
When did Ben-Hadad III die?
Ben-Hadad III died in 800 BC.
What was Ben-Hadad III's occupation?
Ben-Hadad III was a sovereign.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ben-Hadad III. https://biography.guide/ben-hadad-iii/
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