Shemida; Shemidah; Shemidaites
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Shemida; Shemidah; Shemidaites in the Bible?
A Gileadite clan belonging to the tribe of Manasseh, recorded in the census of Numbers 26:32 and the territorial allotment narratives of Joshua 17:2.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying the Shemidaites clarifies the specific tribal lineage and land inheritance patterns described in the conquest narratives, providing context for the genealogical structure of the northern tribes.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Shemida; Shemidah; Shemidaites reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shemida; Shemidah; Shemidaites in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shemida; Shemidah; Shemidaites clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Numbers 26:32Joshua 17:2
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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
"Shemida; Shemidah; Shemidaites." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shemida-shemidah-shemidaites/