Shammah
Who he was
Shammah (or Shammoth), mentioned in 2 Samuel 23:25 and 1 Chronicles 11:27, was one of the mighty men who served in King David's army. He is identified as a Harodite, indicating his place of origin or clan affiliation. The mighty men were a group of skilled warriors who demonstrated exceptional bravery and loyalty to David throughout his military campaigns. They were renowned for their strength, courage, and military prowess. Shammah's inclusion in this list highlights his significant contributions to David's victories and his position as a trusted and valiant soldier. Although the text does not provide specific details about Shammah's individual achievements, his recognition as one of David's mighty men suggests that he played a notable role in establishing and maintaining the king's reign over Israel.
Every mention
2 Samuel 1 mention
1 Chronicles 1 mention
What the dictionary says
Desert.
Sources
- STEPBible TIPNR · Translators Individualised Proper Names with all References · CC BY 4.0 · github.com/STEPBible/STEPBible-Data
- Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary (1869) · Public domain