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Shalmaneser in Triumph
Shalmaneser IV, king of Assyria, attacks Hoshea of Samaria, leading away many captives behind his chariot
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Assyria Attacks Behind Captives Chariot Leading Palestine Procession Samaria Shalmaneser Triumph
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Shalmaneser IV, the mighty King of Assyria, triumphantly leads captives from the conquered city of Samaria following his victorious attack on Hoshea, the last king of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, in 725 BC. The historical scene depicts the East Asian monarch in regal attire, seated on his ornate chariot, as he surveys his victorious army and the spoils of war. The captives, many of whom are women and children, are seen being led away, their hands bound, their faces etched with fear and despair. The procession moves eastward, signaling the continuation of the Assyrian conquest of the ancient Near East. Shalmaneser IV's attack on Samaria marked the end of the Northern Kingdom of Israel and the beginning of the Assyrian domination of the region. The event is documented in the annals of Shalmaneser IV and in the biblical books of Kings and Chronicles. The triumphant king is shown here with a determined expression, his gaze fixed on the horizon, as he continues his military campaigns. The grandeur of the Assyrian monarch's chariot, adorned with gold and precious stones, stands in stark contrast to the misery of the captives. The image provides a glimpse into the grandeur and power of the Assyrian Empire at its height, as well as the devastating impact of war on the lives of ordinary people. This powerful and evocative image is a testament to the rich historical heritage of the ancient Near East and the enduring legacy of the Assyrian Empire. It invites us to reflect on the complex and often tumultuous history of the region and the indelible mark that its kings and conquerors have left on the annals of time.
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