Sukkiim סֻכִּיִּים
African people who invaded Judah under Shishak
Who is Sukkiim in the Bible?
The Sukkiim were an African people who served as part of the military forces under Shishak, the king of Egypt, during his invasion of Judah (2 Chronicles 12:3). They are mentioned alongside the Lubim and Cushites as components of Shishak's army, suggesting they were likely a North African or Libyan group, possibly serving as mercenaries or allies to the Egyptian king. This invasion occurred during the reign of King Rehoboam of Judah and marked a significant military threat to the southern kingdom. The Sukkiim appear only once in Scripture, serving primarily as historical witnesses to the geopolitical tensions and military campaigns of the ancient Near East during the divided monarchy period.
Biography
The Sukkiim are mentioned in 2Ch.12.3 as part of the army that invaded Judah under Shishak king of Egypt during the reign of Rehoboam. They are listed along with the Lubim and Cushites, indicating they were likely an African people. No other details are provided about the Sukkiim in the Bible. They may have been Libyan mercenaries or allies of the Egyptians.
In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Chronicles 1 verse
- 2 Chronicles 12:3
"with 1,200 chariots, 60,000 horsemen, and countless troops who came with him out of Egypt—Libyans, Sukkites, and Cushites."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Hebrew | סֻכִּיִּים |