Shammuaשַׁמּוּעַ
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
- AmnonTribe of JudahDavid's sonDavid's firstborn son, killed by AbsalomView full profile →
- ChileabTribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David and Abigail the CarmelitessView full profile →
- AbsalomTribe of JudahDavid's sonDavid's rebellious son who tried to usurp the throne.View full profile →
- AdonijahMaleLevite sent by Jehoshaphat to teach the LawView full profile →
- ShephatiahMaleDavid's warriorBenjamite warrior who joined DavidView full profile →
- IthreamTribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David, born in Hebron to Eglah.View full profile →
- ShobabTribe of JudahSon of CalebSon of Caleb and Azubah.View full profile →
- NathanTribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David and Bathsheba, ancestor of Jesus.View full profile →
- SolomonTribe of JudahKing of JudahSon of David, king of Israel, known for his wisdom.View full profile →
- IbharTribe of JudahDavid's sonOne of King David's sons born in Jerusalem.View full profile →
- ElishuaTribe of JudahDavid's sonA son of David born in Jerusalem.View full profile →
- NephegTribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of King David, born in Jerusalem.View full profile →
- JaphiaTribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David, born in JerusalemView full profile →
- ElishamaTribe of JudahSon of JekamiahA descendant of Jerahmeel from the tribe of Judah.View full profile →
- EliadaTribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of David born in JerusalemView full profile →
- ElipheletTribe of BenjaminSaul's familyA descendant of King Saul from the tribe of Benjamin.View full profile →
- TamarTribe of JudahDavid's daughterDavid's daughter, raped by her half-brother AmnonView full profile →
- ElpeletTribe of JudahDavid's sonA son of David born in Jerusalem.View full profile →
- NogahTribe of JudahDavid's sonSon of DavidView full profile →
- JerimothMaleDavid's warriorOne of David's warriors from the tribe of Benjamin.View full profile →
In Scripture
2 biblical books2 Samuel1 verse
- 2 Samuel 5:14
"These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon,"
1 Chronicles2 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 |