This volume presents a detailed examination of the monolith inscription of Shalmaneser III, who reigned as king of Assyria from 860 to 824 B.C. It includes a collation, transcription, translation, and explanation of the inscription, alongside a similar treatment of the throne inscription of Shalmaneser II. Offering valuable insights into the political, religious, and cultural landscape of the ancient Near East, this work is essential for scholars and enthusiasts interested in Assyrian history and biblical archaeology. The meticulous analysis provides a comprehensive understanding of these significant historical texts.

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