Old Testament
Shamhuth
An Izrahite military leader who served as a monthly commander in King David's army.
Shamhuth was one of the twelve military commanders appointed by King David to oversee the divisions of the army, serving during the fifth month of the year. He is identified as an Izrahite and is listed among the valiant officers responsible for the monthly rotation of troops. His inclusion in the records of 1 Chronicles 27 highlights the organized structure of David's military administration.
In the text
- Verses
- 1
- Books
- 1
- First appears
- 1 Chronicles 27:8
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 27:8
Where Shamhuth 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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