The consolidation of Eldiguzid power, in the 1130s, coincided with a resurgence of military expansionism by the Georgian kings, whose territories intersected with Muslim Shirvan and Arran.

David Soslan sent a relatively small force to break through the gates of the city, while he led the main Georgian troops to raid deep in the enemy's rear.

Shamkor was eventually captured by the Georgians who then chased the enemy's soldiers up to the city of Ganja which in its turn fell to the victors.

The Georgians seized numerous prisoners and huge amount of booty, including the Caliph's standard, which Queen Tamar donated to the Khakhuli Monastery.

David entered the palace, set on the sultan's throne, summoned the assembly, arranged the feast “proper for the time and day”.