Shobab
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Shobab in the Bible?
Shobab appears in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles 2:45 and 4:2 as a son of Caleb and a son of David.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Shobab helps clarify the complex family trees in Chronicles, illustrating the intermarriage between the royal line of Judah and the clan of Caleb, which underscores the biblical theme of tribal unity.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Shobab reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shobab in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shobab clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 2:45
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
"Shobab." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shobab/