Old Testament
Shimeath
An Ammonite woman identified as the mother of Zabad, one of the conspirators who assassinated King Joash.
Shimeath is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 24:26 as the mother of Zabad, who participated in the conspiracy to kill King Joash of Judah. Her identification as an Ammonite highlights the diverse origins of those involved in the regicide. She is noted solely for her genealogical connection to one of the men responsible for the king's death.
In the text
- Verses
- 1
- Books
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- First appears
- 2 Chronicles 24:26
- Last appears
- 2 Chronicles 24:26
Where Shimeath appears
1 verse · 1 chapterIn the same books
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