Shammai שַׁמַּי
Son of Onam; father of Nadab and Abishur
Who is Shammai in the Bible?
Shammai was a biblical figure mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2:28 and 2:32 as the son of Onam and a descendant of Judah through the line of Hezron and Jerahmeel. He fathered two sons, Nadab and Abishur, who continued the family line through subsequent generations. While Scripture provides no details about Shammai's personal life or accomplishments, his inclusion in the genealogical record of Judah underscores the biblical importance of documenting family lineages, particularly within the tribe from which the Messiah would eventually come. His presence in the genealogy serves to trace the continuation of God's covenant people through multiple generations.
Biography
Shammai, mentioned in 1Ch.2.28,32, was a descendant of Judah through the line of Hezron. He was the son of Onam and the grandson of Jerahmeel. Shammai had two sons, Nadab and Abishur, who are listed in the genealogical record of Judah. The text does not provide any specific details about Shammai's life or his role within the family. However, his inclusion in the genealogy highlights the importance of documenting and preserving family lineages, especially within the tribe of Judah, from which the Messiah would come. The mention of Shammai and his sons serves to trace the descendants of Judah and show the continuation of the family line through multiple generations.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 2:28
"The sons of Onam: Shammai and Jada. The sons of Shammai: Nadab and Abishur."
- 1 Chronicles 2:32
"The sons of Jada the brother of Shammai: Jether and Jonathan. Jether died without children."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | שַׁמַּי |