Who was Shamma?

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The story of Shamma

Shamma - Elder
Shamma - Elder
Elder

Shamma was a biblical figure who is best known for being the son of Rehoboam, the third king of the United Monarchy of Israel. He was the fourth son of Rehoboam and the brother of Abijah, Asa, Jehoshaphat, and Jehoram. He was the firstborn son of Maacah, the daughter of Absalom. Shamma was a prominent figure in the Bible, and is mentioned in several books. He is mentioned in 1 Kings 15:9-10, 2 Chronicles 11:18-19, and 1 Chronicles 3:10. In 1 Kings 15:9-10, it is mentioned that he was the father of Jehoshaphat, who was the fourth king of the United Monarchy of Israel. In 2 Chronicles 11:18-19, it is mentioned that he was the father of Abijah, who was the fifth king of the United Monarchy of Israel. In 1 Chronicles 3:10, it is mentioned that he was the father of Asa, who was the sixth king of the United Monarchy of Israel. Shamma is best known for being the father of three of the kings of the United Monarchy of Israel. He was a prominent figure in the Bible and is remembered for his role in the history of the United Monarchy of Israel.

Name meaning

Arabic: Fragrant, scent Hebrew: Hearing, there

Name origin

Arabic

Role

Elder

First mention

Genesis 36:13

Appearances in the Bible

14 mentions

Shamma in the Bible

Explore all 8 chapters where Shamma appears

Genesis

Chapter 36

The Genealogy of Esau

This chapter lists the descendants of Esau, also known as Edom.

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1 Samuel

Chapter 16

David Anointed King Again

David is anointed as the next king of Israel for a second time by Samuel.

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1 Samuel

Chapter 17

David and Goliath

David defeats the giant Philistine warrior Goliath, establishing himself as a great military leader.

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2 Samuel

Chapter 23

The Last Words of David

David speaks his final words, expressing confidence in God's sovereignty and calling on future generations to trust in h...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 1

Genealogy from Adam to Abraham

A genealogy of the descendants of Adam through Jacob, including the tribes of Israel.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 2

Genealogy of David

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 4

Descendants of Judah and Simeon

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 7

Genealogy of the Tribes of Israel

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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