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Shammah

Warrior living at the time of United Monarchy

Shammah (or Shammoth) the Harodite was one of David's mighty men, known for his bravery and skill in battle.

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Also known as Shammoth

Shammah (or Shammoth), mentioned in 2Sa.23.25 and 1Ch.11.27, was one of the mighty men who served in King David's army. He is identified as a Harodite, indicating his place of origin or clan affiliation. The mighty men were a group of skilled warriors who demonstrated exceptional bravery and loyalty to David throughout his military campaigns. They were renowned for their strength, courage, and military prowess. Shammah's inclusion in this list highlights his significant contributions to David's victories and his position as a trusted and valiant soldier. Although the text does not provide specific details about Shammah's individual achievements, his recognition as one of David's mighty men suggests that he played a notable role in establishing and maintaining the king's reign over Israel.

Where Shammah appears

2 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H8048

2 Samuel1
1 Chronicles1

Names, family links and references: STEPBible TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Short descriptions were drafted with AI assistance by STEPBible. Family links follow STEPBible’s scholarly decisions where genealogies are ambiguous.