Shitrai
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Shitrai in the Bible?
Shitri served as the overseer of King David's vineyards, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 27:27.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Shitri's specific administrative role clarifies the detailed structure of David's royal bureaucracy and the economic importance of viticulture in ancient Israel.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Shitrai reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shitrai in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shitrai clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 27:27
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
"Shitrai." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shitrai/