Shahapaim
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Shahapaim in the Bible?
A Benjamite individual listed in 1 Chronicles 8:8, whose name is likely a textual corruption of Shaharaim.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing the textual variance between Shahapaim and Shaharaim clarifies the complex genealogical structure of the tribe of Benjamin and its interactions with neighboring groups like the Moabites.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Shahapaim reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shahapaim in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shahapaim clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 8:8
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Shahapaim." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shahapaim/