Gadi

Gadi is mentioned in 2 Kings 15:14, 17 as the father of Menahem, who became king of Israel during a time of political instability. Menahem, the son of Gadi, assassinated Shallum, who had previously overthrown Zechariah to become king (2 Kings 15:10, 14). Menahem then reigned as king of Israel for ten years (2 Kings 15:17). During his reign, Menahem faced the threat of the Assyrian king Pul (Tiglath-Pileser III) and paid him a large tribute to gain his support and strengthen his hold on the kingdom (2 Kings 15:19-20). Menahem's reign was marked by violence and oppression, as he brutally suppressed any opposition to his rule (2 Kings 15:16).