Shebah
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Shebah in the Bible?
Shebah is a person mentioned in Genesis 10:24 as one of the sons of Shem, representing a lineage within the broader Semitic family tree.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Shebah as a person clarifies the structure of the Table of Nations, helping readers distinguish between ancestral figures and geographical regions in the biblical text.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Shebah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shebah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shebah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Genesis 10:24
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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
"Shebah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shebah/