Shammah Summary
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Shammah (or Shagee) the Hararite, the son of Agee, was one of David's mighty men, known for his bravery and skill in battle.
the Hararite (2SA 23:33), twenty-fifth of "the thirty" of David's men
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Shage
touching softly; multiplying much
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Shammah
loss; desolation; astonishment
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Shammah
· Also called loss; desolation; astonishment
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Shagee
· Also called · H7681 none · 1CH 11:34 wanderer, meanderer [like grazing sheep]
- en Shage · Also called
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שַׁמָּה
shamah · H8048 · 2SA 23:33 waste
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שָׁגֵה
shageh · H7681 · 1CH 11:34 wanderer, meanderer [like grazing sheep]
- he שַׁמָּה · H8048I
- he שָׁגֵה · H7681
- el Σαμμα Samma · none · 2SA 23:33
- el Σωλα Sōla · none · 1CH 11:34
- bg Шаге
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Shammah Article
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Shammah (or Shagee), mentioned in 2Sa 23:33 and 1Ch 11:34, was one of the mighty men who served in King David's army. He is identified as the son of Agee the Hararite, indicating his family lineage and possibly his place of origin. 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.
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Shammah_5) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Shammah@2Sa.23.33-1Ch) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, shage_2541)