Shaaph שַׁ֫עַף

Male Tribe of Judah H8174H 1 book

Son of Maacah, Caleb's concubine

Biography

Shaaph, mentioned in 1Ch.2.49, was a son of Maacah, who was Caleb's concubine. Caleb, the son of Hezron, had children with his wife Azubah and also with his concubine Maacah. Shaaph is listed among the children born to Maacah. The text further states that Shaaph was the father of Madmannah, suggesting that he founded or ruled over the city or region bearing that name.

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In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 2:49

    "She bore also Shaaph the father of Madmannah, Sheva the father of Machbena, and the father of Gibea; and the daughter of Caleb was Achsah."

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew שַׁ֫עַף H8174H