Shaaphשַׁ֫עַף
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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Siblings
- HurTribe of JudahAaron's compatriotA companion of Moses and grandfather of Bezalel.View full profile →
- JesherTribe of JudahSon of CalebA son of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- ShobabTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- ArdonTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb, brother of Jether and MeredView full profile →
- MeshaTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and founder of Ziph.View full profile →
- HaranTribe of JudahSon of CalebA descendant of Caleb, son of Caleb's concubine Ephah.View full profile →
- MozaTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb by his concubine EphahView full profile →
- GazezTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and his concubine Ephah.View full profile →
- SheberTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and his concubine MaacahView full profile →
- TirhanahTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb by his concubine MaacahView full profile →
- RegemTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, of the tribe of JudahView full profile →
- JothamTribe of JudahSon of CalebA son of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- GeshanTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, a descendant of Caleb.View full profile →
- PeletMaleDavid's warriorBenjamite warrior who joined David at ZiklagView full profile →
- EphahTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, in Caleb's genealogy.View full profile →
- ShaaphTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Jahdai, a CalebiteView full profile →
- ShevaTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb's concubine MaacahView full profile →
- AchsahTribe of JudahSister of HurDaughter of Caleb, the son of HurView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles1 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 |