Hadlai is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the context of the reign of King Ahaz of Judah. His name, Hadlai, is of Hebrew origin and is thought to mean "resting" or "patient." Hadlai is noted for his role during a tumultuous period in the history of the divided kingdoms of Israel and Judah.

Biblical Reference:

Hadlai is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 28:12. The context of this passage is the aftermath of a significant military conflict between the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah. During the reign of King Ahaz, Judah was defeated by the Israelites, and a large number of captives were taken to Samaria. This event is described in 2 Chronicles 28:5-8, where it is recorded that the Israelites, led by King Pekah, killed 120,000 soldiers of Judah in one day and took 200,000 women, sons, and daughters captive, along with much spoil.

Role and Actions:

Hadlai is identified as the father of Amasa, one of the leaders in Ephraim who opposed the enslavement of their fellow Israelites from Judah. In 2 Chronicles 28:12-15, it is recorded that certain leaders of Ephraim, including Amasa the son of Hadlai, stood up against the returning army and said, "You must not bring the captives here, for you are proposing to bring guilt upon us from the LORD, adding to our sins and our guilt. For our guilt is already great, and His fierce anger is against Israel" (2 Chronicles 28:13).

These leaders, moved by a sense of justice and righteousness, persuaded the army to release the captives. They provided for the captives' needs, clothed them, gave them food and drink, anointed them, and returned them to Jericho, the city of palm trees, to their kinsmen. This act of mercy and obedience to God's law highlights the moral courage and leadership of Hadlai's son, Amasa, and the other leaders.

Significance:

The account of Hadlai, through his son Amasa, serves as a reminder of the importance of compassion and adherence to God's commandments, even in times of national conflict and distress. The actions of Amasa and the other leaders of Ephraim demonstrate a commitment to righteousness and the welfare of their fellow Israelites, reflecting the biblical principle of loving one's neighbor and seeking justice.

Hadlai's mention in the Bible, though brief, is part of a larger narrative that underscores the themes of repentance, mercy, and the consequences of sin. The intervention by Amasa and his companions helped avert further divine wrath upon Israel, illustrating the power of righteous leadership and the impact of godly decisions in the midst of adversity.Hadlai

loitering; hindering

Hadlai

(rest of God), a man of Ephraim. (2 Chronicles 28:12)

Resting, an Ephraimite; the father of Amasa, mentioned in 2 Chronicles 28:12. HADLAI

had'-li, had'-la-i (chadhlay, "resting"): An Ephraimite (2 Chronicles 28:12), father of Amasa, who was one of the heads of the tribe in the time of Pekah, king of Israel.

2311. Chadlay -- an Ephraimite
... 2310, 2311. Chadlay. 2312 . an Ephraimite. Transliteration: Chadlay Phonetic
Spelling: (khad-lah'-ee) Short Definition: Hadlai. ... Hadlai. ...
/hebrew/2311.htm - 6kHadlai (1 Occurrence)
... 28:12. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. HADLAI. had'-li, had ... of Israel.
Multi-Version Concordance Hadlai (1 Occurrence). 2 Chronicles 28 ...
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Amasa (13 Occurrences)
... 12). (2.) A son of Hadlai, and chief of Ephraim (2 Chronicles 28:12) in
the reign of Ahaz. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. AMASA. ...
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Hadn't (6 Occurrences)
Hadn't. Hadlai, Hadn't. Hadoram . Multi-Version Concordance Hadn't (6
Occurrences). ... Hadlai, Hadn't. Hadoram . Reference Bible.
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Jehohanan (9 Occurrences)
... the children of Ephraim, Azariah the son of Johanan, Berechiah the son of Meshillemoth,
and Jehizkiah the son of Shallum, and Amasa the son of Hadlai, stood up ...
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Joha'nan (25 Occurrences)
... of the heads of the sons of Ephraim (Azariah son of Johanan, Berechiah son of
Meshillemoth, and Jehizkiah son of Shallum, and Amasa son of Hadlai), rise up ...
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Jehizkiah (1 Occurrence)
... the children of Ephraim, Azariah the son of Johanan, Berechiah the son of Meshillemoth,
and Jehizkiah the son of Shallum, and Amasa the son of Hadlai, stood up ...
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Jehizki'ah (1 Occurrence)
... children of Ephraim, Azariah the son of Jehohanan, Berechiah the son of Meshillemoth,
and Jehizkiah the son of Shallum, and Amasa the son of Hadlai, stood up ...
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Ephraim-azariah (1 Occurrence)
... children of Ephraim, Azariah the son of Jehohanan, Berechiah the son of Meshillemoth,
and Jehizkiah the son of Shallum, and Amasa the son of Hadlai, stood up ...
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Meshillemoth (2 Occurrences)
... the children of Ephraim, Azariah the son of Johanan, Berechiah the son of Meshillemoth,
and Jehizkiah the son of Shallum, and Amasa the son of Hadlai, stood up ...
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Meshil'lemoth (2 Occurrences)
... children of Ephraim, Azariah the son of Jehohanan, Berechiah the son of Meshillemoth,
and Jehizkiah the son of Shallum, and Amasa the son of Hadlai, stood up ...
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