Overview:
Shammai is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, primarily within the genealogical records of the tribes of Israel. His name, which means "desolate" or "astonishment," appears in various contexts, often associated with the lineage of Judah. Shammai's presence in the biblical narrative provides insight into the familial and tribal structures of ancient Israel.

Biblical References:

1. Genealogy of Judah:
Shammai is mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah. In 1 Chronicles 2:28, Shammai is listed as a descendant of Onam, who is a son of Jerahmeel. The passage states: "The sons of Onam: Shammai and Jada. The sons of Shammai: Nadab and Abishur." This reference places Shammai within the broader context of the Judahite lineage, highlighting the importance of family heritage and tribal affiliation in Israelite society.

2. Descendants and Family:
Further details about Shammai's descendants are provided in 1 Chronicles 2:32, which notes: "The sons of Jada, the brother of Shammai: Jether and Jonathan. Jether died without children." This passage underscores the continuation of Shammai's lineage through his brother Jada, reflecting the interconnectedness of family lines within the tribe of Judah.

3. Role in the Tribe of Judah:
While Shammai himself is not depicted as a prominent leader or figure of significant influence, his inclusion in the genealogical records emphasizes the importance of every family member in maintaining the integrity and continuity of the tribe. The genealogies serve as a testament to God's faithfulness in preserving His chosen people through generations.

Cultural and Historical Context:

In the ancient Near Eastern context, genealogies were crucial for establishing identity, inheritance rights, and social status. The tribe of Judah, from which Shammai descends, holds particular significance in biblical history as the lineage from which King David and ultimately Jesus Christ emerged. Shammai's mention in these records, though brief, contributes to the broader narrative of God's redemptive plan through the tribe of Judah.

Theological Significance:

From a theological perspective, the inclusion of individuals like Shammai in the biblical genealogies highlights the value God places on each person within His covenant community. It serves as a reminder of the divine orchestration of history, where even seemingly minor figures play a role in the unfolding of God's purposes. The genealogies affirm the continuity of God's promises to His people, culminating in the advent of the Messiah.

Conclusion:

While Shammai may not be a central figure in biblical history, his presence in the genealogical records of Judah underscores the importance of family and tribal identity in the narrative of Israel. His mention serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of the tribe of Judah and the fulfillment of God's promises through its lineage.Shammai

my name; my desolations

Shammai

(desolate).

1. The son of Onam. (1 Chronicles 2:28,32)
2. Son of Rekem. (1 Chronicles 2:44,45)
3. One of the descendants of Judah. (1 Chronicles 4:17)

SHAMMAI

(1) A Jerahmeelite (1 Chronicles 2:28, 32).

(2) The son of Rekem and father of Maon (1 Chronicles 2:44).

(3) A Judahite (1 Chronicles 4:17).

8060. Shammay -- three men of Isr.
... Shammay. 8061 . three men of Isr. Transliteration: Shammay Phonetic Spelling:
(sham-mah'-ee) Short Definition: Shammai. ... NASB Word Usage Shammai (6). Shammai. ...
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Appendix xix. On Eternal Punishment, According to the Rabbis and ...
... has sufficiently referred), the first Rabbinic utterances come to us from the time
immediately before that of Christ, from the Schools of Shammai and Hillel ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/appendix xix on eternal punishment.htm

Appendix xvii. The Ordinances and Law of the Sabbath as Laid Down ...
... These latter rules, we are reminded, were passed at a certain celebrated discussion
between the schools of Hillel and Shammai, when the latter were in the ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/appendix xvii the ordinances and.htm

At the Feast of the Dedication of the Temple.
... the following year, that the Temple be illuminated for eight days on the anniversary
of its Dedication.' [4389] The Schools of Hillel and Shammai differed in ...
/.../edersheim/the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter xiv at the feast.htm

The Personal History of Herod - the Two Worlds in Jerusalem.
... It was also under the government of Herod, that Hillel and Shammai lived and taught
in Jerusalem: [594] the two, whom tradition designates as the fathers of old ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter ii the personal history.htm

The Land and the People.
... None of the great Rabbis, no Hillel, no Shammai, no Gamaliel attempted or even
conceived of a reformation; on the contrary, they heaped tradition upon ...
/.../schaff/history of the christian church volume i/section 17 the land and.htm

On the Journey to Jerusalem - Departure from Ephraim by Way of ...
... their departure from the sole ground of divorce mentioned in Deuteronomy 24:1: a
matter of shame [literally, nakedness],' the School of Shammai applied the ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter xxii on the journey.htm

The Cavils of the Pharisees Concerning Purification, and the ...
... [3350] It was reserved for Hillel and Shammai, the two great rival teachers and
heroes of Jewish traditionalism, immediately before Christ, to fix the Rabbinic ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter xxxi the cavils of.htm

In the House of his Heavenly, and in the Home of his Earthly ...
... of God; but this people, who know not the Law, are curse.' [1210] A far deeper feeling,
and intense, though misguided earnestness pervaded the School of Shammai ...
/.../edersheim/the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter x in the house.htm

The Morning-Meal in the Pharisee's House - Meals and Feasts among ...
... the caper. [4265] Indeed, that bush gave rise to a serious controversy
between the Schools of Hillel and Shammai. Another series ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter xii the morning-meal in.htm

The Twofold Testimony of John - the First Sabbath of Jesus's ...
... Here we have the express statement, that both the school of Shammai and that of
Hillel - the latter more fully - insisted on the symbolic import of this ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter iii the twofold testimony.htm

Shammai (5 Occurrences)
...SHAMMAI. (1) A Jerahmeelite (1 Chronicles 2:28, 32). ...Shammai (5 Occurrences).
1 Chronicles 2:28 The sons of Onam were Shammai, and Jada. ...
/s/shammai.htm - 8k

Shammai's (1 Occurrence)
...Shammai's (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 2:32 And the sons of Jada the brother of
Shammai: Jether, and Jonathan: and Jether died without children. (See NIV). ...
/s/shammai's.htm - 6k

Sham'mai (4 Occurrences)
Sham'mai. Shammai, Sham'mai. Shammai's . ... 1 Chronicles 2:28 And the sons of Onam
were Shammai, and Jada; and the sons of Shammai: Nadab, and Abishur. (See RSV ...
/s/sham'mai.htm - 7k

Abishur (2 Occurrences)
... Father of the wall; ie, "mason", one of the two sons of Shammai of the tribe of
Judah (1 Chronicles 2:28, 29). Int. ... The sons of Shammai: Nadab, and Abishur. ...
/a/abishur.htm - 7k

Jada (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Jada (2 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 2:28 The sons of Onam
were Shammai, and Jada. The sons of Shammai: Nadab, and Abishur. ...
/j/jada.htm - 7k

Maon (7 Occurrences)
... again as the home of Nabal, the great flockmaster (1 Samuel 25:2). In the genealogical
list of 1 Chronicles 2, Maon stands as the "son" of Shammai and the ...
/m/maon.htm - 12k

Nadab (21 Occurrences)
... (3.) One of the sons of Shammai in the tribe of Judah (1 Chronicles 2:28, 30).
Int. ... 1 Chronicles 2:28 The sons of Onam were Shammai, and Jada. ...
/n/nadab.htm - 16k

Onam (4 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). 1 Chronicles 2:28 The sons of Onam
were Shammai, and Jada. The sons of Shammai: Nadab, and Abishur. ...
/o/onam.htm - 8k

Jether (8 Occurrences)
... NIV). 1 Chronicles 2:32 The sons of Jada the brother of Shammai: Jether,
and Jonathan; and Jether died without children. (WEB KJV ...
/j/jether.htm - 11k

Maonites (3 Occurrences)
... again as the home of Nabal, the great flockmaster (1 Samuel 25:2). In the genealogical
list of 1 Chronicles 2, Maon stands as the "son" of Shammai and the ...
/m/maonites.htm - 10k

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