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Shammah
Shammah in the Bible — son of Reuel (GEN 36:13) and chief of Edom (GEN 36:17). Shammah belonged to the tribe of Edomite. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “loss; desolation; astonishment”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Edomite
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Shammahproper name
- Hebrew
- שַׁמָּה
- Transliteration
- shamah
- Meaning
- waste
- Greek
- Σομε
- Reference
- GEN 36:13
- Strong's
- H8048
Family & Relationships (1)
son
Reuel(GEN 36:13)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shammah in the Bible?
Shammah is described in the Bible as son of Reuel (GEN 36:13) and chief of Edom (GEN 36:17). Shammah belonged to the tribe of Edomite.
What does the name Shammah mean?
The name Shammah means “loss; desolation; astonishment” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.