Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Shapham was a leader of the Gadites who lived in Gilead during the reign of Jotham, king of Judah.
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Shapham, mentioned in 1Ch.5.12, was a leader of the Gadites who lived in the land of Gilead. He is described as the chief of the Gadites during the reign of Jotham, king of Judah. The Gadites were one of the Israelite tribes that settled on the east side of the Jordan River, in the region known as Gilead. They were known for their bravery and military prowess. Shapham's position as a chief suggests that he held a leadership role within the tribe and was responsible for the well-being and organization of the Gadites in Gilead. The text does not provide any specific details about Shapham's actions or achievements as a leader. However, his mention in the context of the genealogical records of the Gadites highlights the importance of tribal leadership and the role of the Gadites in the history of Israel.
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(bold), a Gadite of Bashan. (1 Chronicles 5:12) (B.C. 750.)
Shaphan, rabbit; wild rat; their lip; their brink
SHA'PHAM (bald), a Gadite. 1 Chr 5:12.
SHA'PHAM (bald), a Gadite. 1 Chr 5:12.
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Joel was the chief, Shapham the second, then Jaanai and Shaphat, who lived in Bashan.
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