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Shechem(2)
Shechem in the Bible — son of Gilead (NUM 26:30-31). Shechem belonged to the tribe of Manasseh. Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “part; portion; back early in the morning”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Manasseh
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Shechemproper name
- Hebrew
- שְׁכֶם
- Transliteration
- shəkhem
- Meaning
- shoulders [and upper part of the back]; [poss.] shoulder [saddle of a hill]
- Greek
- Συχεμ
- Reference
- NUM 26:31
- Strong's
- H7928
Family & Relationships (1)
son
Gilead(NUM 26:31)
Notes
the Shechemites (NUM 26:31)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shechem in the Bible?
Shechem is described in the Bible as son of Gilead (NUM 26:30-31). Shechem belonged to the tribe of Manasseh.
What does the name Shechem mean?
The name Shechem means “part; portion; back early in the morning” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.