Shammua Summary
STEPBible TIPNR
Shammua, the son of Zaccur, was the spy representing the tribe of Reuben who was sent to explore the land of Canaan.
1 of the 12 spies- from Reuben (NUM 13:4)
Lineage: Zaccur › Shammua
Names
- en Shammua
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Shammua
· Also called · H8051 none · NUM 13:4 [poss.] [y-h-v-h] hears; rumor
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שַׁמּ֖וּעַ
shamua · H8051 · NUM 13:4 [poss.] [y-h-v-h] hears; rumor
- he שַׁמּוּעַ · H8051G
- el Σαλαμιηλ Salamiēl · none · NUM 13:4
- bg Шамуа
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Family of origin
- Father: Zaccur
- Mother: Unknown
Shammua Article
STEPBible TIPNR
Shammua, mentioned in Num 13:4, was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. He was the son of Zaccur and represented the tribe of Reuben. The twelve spies, one from each tribe, were chosen to assess the land, its inhabitants, and its resources. After forty days of exploration, the spies returned with their report. While ten of the spies brought back a discouraging report, emphasizing the strength of the inhabitants and the fortified cities, Caleb and Joshua, two of the spies, remained confident in God's promise and encouraged the people to trust in Him. The text does not provide any specific details about Shammua's role or his perspective during this mission. However, his inclusion in the list of spies highlights the importance of the task and the representation of each tribe in the reconnaissance of the Promised Land.
Shammua 1 Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
One of the spies sent out by Moses to search the land (Num. 13:4). He represented the tribe of Reuben.
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