Shammah שַׁמָּה
Mighty man in David's army, son of Agee the Hararite
Who is Shammah in the Bible?
Shammah, also known as Shagee, was one of King David's mighty men listed in 2 Samuel 23:33 and 1 Chronicles 11:34. He was the son of Agee the Hararite, indicating his family lineage and geographic origin. As a member of David's elite group of warriors, Shammah was recognized for his exceptional bravery, military skill, and loyalty during David's military campaigns. Although the biblical text does not record specific details of his individual exploits, his inclusion among the mighty men testifies to his significant role in securing David's military victories and his trusted position as a valiant soldier in the king's army.
Biography
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.
Family
In Scripture
2 biblical books2 Samuel 1 verse
- 2 Samuel 23:33
"son of Shammah the Hararite, Ahiam son of Sharar the Hararite,"
1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 11:34
"the sons of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan son of Shagee the Hararite,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | שַׁמָּה |
| Named | Hebrew | שָׁגֵה |