Shammua שַׁמּוּעַ
Son of David born in Jerusalem
Who is Shammua in the Bible?
Shammua (also called Shimea) was one of the sons of King David, born to him in Jerusalem as recorded in 2 Samuel 5:14 and 1 Chronicles 3:5. He was among several children David fathered during his reign in Jerusalem, and his name appears consistently in the genealogical records of David's offspring. While Scripture does not provide specific details about Shammua's individual life, accomplishments, or role within the royal household, his inclusion in these lists demonstrates the expansion of David's family and dynasty during his rule. The variation between the names Shammua and Shimea in different biblical texts reflects common linguistic differences found in ancient Hebrew records.
Biography
Shammua (or Shimea), mentioned in 2Sa.5.14, 1 Chronicles 2Sa.14.4, and 1Ch.3.5, was one of the sons of King David. He was born to David in Jerusalem, along with several other siblings. The texts provide a list of David's children born in Jerusalem, highlighting the growth of his family during his reign. Shammua is consistently mentioned in these lists, indicating his place among David's offspring. The name Shammua is used in 2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles 14, while Shimea is used in 1 Chronicles 3. This variation in names is not uncommon in biblical records and may reflect different traditions or linguistic variations. The text does not provide any specific details about Shammua's life, his role within the royal family, or his later achievements. However, his inclusion in the lists of David's children born in Jerusalem underscores the importance of documenting the king's lineage and the continuation of the Davidic dynasty.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Amnon Tribe of JudahDavid's sonDavid's firstborn son, killed by AbsalomView full profile →
- Chileab Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David and Abigail the CarmelitessView full profile →
- Absalom Tribe of JudahDavid's sonDavid's rebellious son who tried to usurp the throne.View full profile →
- Adonijah MaleLevite sent by Jehoshaphat to teach the LawView full profile →
- Shephatiah MaleDavid's warriorBenjamite warrior who joined DavidView full profile →
- Ithream Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David, born in Hebron to Eglah.View full profile →
- Shobab Tribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- Nathan Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David and Bathsheba, ancestor of Jesus.View full profile →
- Solomon Tribe of JudahKing of JudahSon of David, king of Israel, known for his wisdom.View full profile →
- Ibhar Tribe of JudahDavid's sonOne of King David's sons born in Jerusalem.View full profile →
- Elishua Tribe of JudahDavid's sonA son of David born in Jerusalem.View full profile →
- Nepheg Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of King David, born in Jerusalem.View full profile →
- Japhia Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David, born in JerusalemView full profile →
- Elishama Tribe of JudahSon of JekamiahA descendant of Jerahmeel from the tribe of Judah.View full profile →
- Eliada Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David born in JerusalemView full profile →
- Eliphelet Tribe of BenjaminSaul's familyA descendant of King Saul from the tribe of Benjamin.View full profile →
- Tamar Tribe of JudahDavid's daughterDavid's daughter, raped by her half-brother AmnonView full profile →
- Elpelet Tribe of JudahDavid's sonA son of David born in Jerusalem.View full profile →
- Nogah Tribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of DavidView full profile →
- Jerimoth MaleDavid's warriorOne of David's warriors from the tribe of Benjamin.View full profile →
In Scripture
2 biblical books2 Samuel 1 verse
- 2 Samuel 5:14
"These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon,"
1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 14:4
"These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon,"
- 1 Chronicles 3:5
"and these sons were born to him in Jerusalem: Shimea, Shobab, Nathan, and Solomon. These four were born to him by Bathsheba daughter of Ammiel."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | שַׁמּוּעַ |
| (same form as previous) | Hebrew | שַׁמּוּעַ |
| Named | Hebrew | שִׁמְעָא, שִׁמְעָה |