Shiza שִׁיזָא
Reubenite father of Adina, one of David's mighty warriors.
Who is Shiza in the Bible?
Shiza was a Reubenite mentioned in 1 Chronicles 11:42 as the father of Adina, one of King David's mighty warriors. Adina served as a chief of the Reubenites and earned a place among David's most esteemed military men, known for their exceptional bravery and loyalty to the king. While Shiza himself receives no detailed biography in Scripture, his mention in this context suggests he was a respected figure within the Reubenite tribe, given his son's prominent military position. The reference to Shiza underscores how the genealogies and family connections of David's warriors were preserved as part of Israel's historical and spiritual legacy.
Biography
Shiza is mentioned in 1Ch.11.42 as the father of Adina, who was one of King David's mighty warriors. Adina is described as a chief of the Reubenites, indicating his leadership position within the tribe of Reuben. The passage lists several of David's mighty men, who were known for their bravery, military prowess, and loyalty to the king. As the father of one of these esteemed warriors, Shiza was likely a respected figure within the Reubenite community. However, no further details about Shiza's life or role are provided in the biblical text, as the focus is on his son Adina's service to King David.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 11:42
"Adina son of Shiza the Reubenite, chief of the Reubenites, and the thirty with him,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | שִׁיזָא |
Shiza
e:Ezek.23.23">Eze 23:23 in association with Babylonians, Chaldeans and Assyrians. Schrader identifies with the Sutu of the inscriptions (East of the Tigris)