Arieh is a biblical figure mentioned briefly in the Old Testament, specifically in the context of a political conspiracy during the tumultuous period of the divided monarchy in Israel. His name appears in 2 Kings 15:25, where he is identified as one of the conspirators involved in the assassination of King Pekahiah of Israel.

Biblical Context

The historical backdrop of Arieh's involvement is set during the reign of Pekahiah, the son of Menahem, who ruled the northern kingdom of Israel. Pekahiah's reign is noted for its brevity and instability, lasting only two years (circa 742–740 BC). The political climate of Israel during this time was marked by internal strife and external threats, particularly from the expanding Assyrian Empire.

The Conspiracy

2 Kings 15:25 provides the account of the conspiracy: "Then his officer Pekah son of Remaliah conspired against him, and with fifty men from Gilead, he assassinated Pekahiah, along with Argob and Arieh, in the citadel of the king’s palace at Samaria. So Pekah killed Pekahiah2 Kings 15:25
But Pekah the son of Remaliah, a captain of his, conspired against him, and smote him in Samaria, in the palace of the king's house, with Argob and Arieh, and with him fifty men of the Gileadites: and he killed him, and reigned in his room.
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