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Shem
Shem in the Bible — son of Noah (GEN 5:32). Referenced in 7 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “name; renown”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 7 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 6 connections
Biography
One of Noah's three sons, Shem was on the ark during the Flood and received his father's blessing. From Shem's line came Abraham and the Semitic peoples. After the Flood, Shem and his brothers covered their father's nakedness with respect. Shem lived 600 years and saw ten generations of his descendants.
Significance
Shem's line was chosen for the covenant and the Messiah. The Semitic peoples, including the Israelites, descended from him.
Key Events
Entered the ark(Genesis 7:13)
Birth of Arphaxad (after the Flood)(Genesis 11:10)
Covered Noah's nakedness(Genesis 9:23)
Death(Genesis 11:11)
Names & Labels (1)
Shemproper name
- Hebrew
- שֵׁ֖ם
- Transliteration
- shem
- Meaning
- name, fame
- Greek
- Σημ
- Reference
- GEN 5:32
- Strong's
- H8035
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shem in the Bible?
Shem is described in the Bible as son of Noah (GEN 5:32).
What does the name Shem mean?
The name Shem means “name; renown” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.