Old Testament
Shama
A Harodite and one of King David's mighty warriors listed among the valiant men of his army.
Shama is identified in 1 Chronicles 11:44 as a Harodite and a member of David's elite military group known as the Mighty Men. His inclusion in this list highlights the diverse tribal and regional support David gathered during his reign. The text provides no further biographical details regarding his life or specific military exploits.
In the text
- Verses
- 1
- Books
- 1
- First appears
- 1 Chronicles 11:44
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 11:44
Where Shama appears
1 verse · 1 chapterIn the same books
- Melech2 versesA descendant of King Saul and son of Micah, listed in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin.
- Ben1 versesA Levite gatekeeper who served during the transfer of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.
- Amnon22 versesThe firstborn son of King David whose violent actions against his half-sister Tamar triggered a cycle of family tragedy.
- Ahithophel17 versesA trusted counselor to King David who defected to join Absalom's rebellion against the throne.
- Heman12 versesA Levite musician and seer appointed by David to lead temple worship and praise.
- Mephibosheth12 versesThe crippled son of Jonathan who received David's covenant kindness and a permanent place at the royal table.
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