Shaaph שַׁ֫עַף
Son of Maacah, Caleb's concubine
Who is Shaaph in the Bible?
Shaaph was a son of Maacah, the concubine of Caleb, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 2:49. He was part of Caleb's extended family line, born through Caleb's relationship with Maacah rather than through his primary wife Azubah. Shaaph is noted in Scripture primarily for being the father of Madmannah, which suggests he may have founded or governed a city or region by that name. While little is known about his individual life or accomplishments, his inclusion in the genealogy of Caleb places him within the important tribal lineage of Judah, preserving his place in the historical record of Israel's tribal ancestry.
Biography
Shaaph, mentioned in 1Ch.2.49, was a son of Maacah, who was Caleb's concubine. Caleb, the son of Hezron, had children with his wife Azubah and also with his concubine Maacah. Shaaph is listed among the children born to Maacah. The text further states that Shaaph was the father of Madmannah, suggesting that he founded or ruled over the city or region bearing that name.
Family
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- Hur Tribe of JudahAaron's compatriotA companion of Moses and grandfather of Bezalel.View full profile →
- Jesher Tribe of JudahSon of CalebA son of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- Shobab Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- Ardon Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb, brother of Jether and MeredView full profile →
- Mesha Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and founder of Ziph.View full profile →
- Haran Tribe of JudahSon of CalebA descendant of Caleb, son of Caleb's concubine Ephah.View full profile →
- Moza Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb by his concubine EphahView full profile →
- Gazez Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and his concubine Ephah.View full profile →
- Sheber Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and his concubine MaacahView full profile →
- Tirhanah Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb by his concubine MaacahView full profile →
- Regem Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, of the tribe of JudahView full profile →
- Jotham Tribe of JudahSon of CalebA son of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- Geshan Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, a descendant of Caleb.View full profile →
- Pelet MaleDavid's warriorBenjamite warrior who joined David at ZiklagView full profile →
- Ephah Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, in Caleb's genealogy.View full profile →
- Shaaph Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- Sheva Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb's concubine MaacahView full profile →
- Achsah Tribe of JudahSister of HurDaughter of Caleb, the son of HurView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 2:49
"She was also the mother of Shaaph father of Madmannah, and of Sheva father of Machbenah and Gibea. Caleb’s daughter was Acsah."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | שַׁ֫עַף |