Shebam
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Shebam in the Bible?
Shebam is a figure listed in Genesis 10:27 as a son of Shem and in 1 Chronicles 1:21 as a brother of Arphaxad.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Shebam as a person clarifies the genealogical structure of the Table of Nations, distinguishing ancestral figures from geographical locations.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Shebam reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shebam in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shebam clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Genesis 10:271 Chronicles 1:21
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
"Shebam." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shebam/