Shemariah is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the genealogical and historical records of the tribes of Israel. The name Shemariah means "Jehovah has kept" or "guarded by Jehovah," reflecting the theocentric nature of Hebrew names and their emphasis on divine protection and providence.

Biblical References:

1. 1 Chronicles 12:5 · Shemariah is listed among the mighty men who joined David at Ziklag. These men were warriors from the tribe of Benjamin, Saul's own tribe, who defected to David during his time of need. The passage highlights the loyalty and bravery of these men, who recognized David's anointing and supported him despite the risks involved. The Berean Standard Bible states: "Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the thirty and over the thirty; Jeremiah, Jahaziel, Johanan, Jozabad the Gederathite, Eluzai, Jerimoth, Bealiah, Shemariah, Shephatiah the Haruphite."

2. 2 Chronicles 11:19 · Shemariah is also mentioned as one of the sons of Rehoboam, the first king of Judah after the division of the united monarchy. Rehoboam's reign was marked by the division of Israel into two kingdoms, and his lineage is significant in the context of the Davidic line. The BSB records: "And she bore him sons: Jeush, Shemariah, and Zaham."

Historical and Theological Context:

Shemariah's inclusion in the biblical narrative, though brief, serves to underscore the importance of loyalty and divine providence in the history of Israel. His association with David's mighty men highlights the theme of God's chosen leaders being supported by faithful followers, even from unexpected quarters such as Saul's tribe of Benjamin. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's sovereignty in raising up leaders and the importance of recognizing and supporting God's anointed.

In the context of Rehoboam's lineage, Shemariah's mention serves to trace the continuation of the Davidic line, which holds significant theological importance in the anticipation of the Messiah. The Davidic covenant, as outlined in 2 Samuel 7, promises an everlasting kingdom through David's descendants, and genealogical records like those in Chronicles affirm God's faithfulness to His promises.

Cultural and Genealogical Significance:

The genealogical records in which Shemariah appears are crucial for understanding the tribal and familial structures of ancient Israel. These records not only provide historical context but also affirm the continuity of God's covenantal promises through specific lineages. The mention of Shemariah in these contexts underscores the importance of each individual's role in the unfolding of God's redemptive plan, even if their personal accounts are not extensively detailed in the biblical text.

In summary, Shemariah, though a minor figure in the biblical narrative, is part of the larger tapestry of God's work in history, illustrating themes of loyalty, divine protection, and the fulfillment of God's promises through the Davidic line.Shemariah

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Shemariah

(kept by Jehovah).

1. A Benjamite warrior who came to David at Ziklag. (1 Chronicles 12:5) (B.C. 1054.)
2. One of the family of Harim, a lay man of Israel who put away his foreign wife in the time of Ezra. (Ezra 10:32) (B.C. 658.)
3. Another who did the same. (Ezra 10:41)

Whom Jehovah guards.

(1.) One who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chronicles 12:5).

(2.) Ezra 10:32, 41.

SHEMARIAH

shem-a-ri'-a, she-mar'-ya (shemaryah and shemaryahu, "whom Jahveh guards"):

(1) A Benjamite warrior who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chronicles 12:5, Codex Vaticanus Sammaraia; Codex Sinaiticus and Codex Alexandrinus Samaria; Lucian, Samarias).

(2) A son of Rehoboam (2 Chronicles 11:19).

(3) One of the sons of Harim who had married foreign wives (Ezra 10:32, Codex Vaticanus Samareia, Lucian, Samarias; Codex Sinaiticus and Codex Alexandrinus Semaria).

(4) One of the sons of Bani who had married foreign wives (Ezra 10:41, Codex Alexandrinus Samareias; Codex Vaticanus Samareia; Lucian, Samarias).

Horace J. Wolf

8114. Shemaryah -- "Yah has kept," three Israelites
... "Yah has kept," three Israelites. Transliteration: Shemaryah or Shemaryahu Phonetic
Spelling: (shem-ar-yaw') Short Definition: Shemariah. ... Shamariah, Shemariah. ...
/hebrew/8114.htm - 6kShemariah (5 Occurrences)
... (2.) Ezra 10:32, 41. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. SHEMARIAH. ... Horace J.
Wolf. Multi-Version Concordance Shemariah (5 Occurrences). ...
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Shemari'ah (4 Occurrences)
Shemari'ah. Shemariah, Shemari'ah. Shemeber . ... 1 Chronicles 12:5 Eluzai, and
Jerimoth, and Bealiah, and Shemariah, and Shephatiah the Hariphite; (See RSV). ...
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Zaham (1 Occurrence)
... Zaham (1 Occurrence). 2 Chronicles 11:19 and she bore him sons: Jeush, and Shemariah,
and Zaham. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Je'ush (9 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). 2 Chronicles 11:19 and she bore him sons: Jeush, and Shemariah, and
Zaham. (See RSV). Jeush, Je'ush. Jeuz . Reference Bible.
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Jerimoth (10 Occurrences)
... (KJV BBE WBS YLT). 1 Chronicles 12:5 Eluzai, and Jerimoth, and Bealiah, and Shemariah,
and Shephatiah the Haruphite, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Jeush (9 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). 2 Chronicles 11:19 and she bore him sons:
Jeush, and Shemariah, and Zaham. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Jer'imoth (6 Occurrences)
... four. (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 12:5 Eluzai, and Jerimoth, and Bealiah, and Shemariah,
and Shephatiah the Hariphite; (See RSV). 1 Chronicles ...
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Eluzai (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Chronicles 12:5 Eluzai, and Jerimoth, and Bealiah, and Shemariah, and Shephatiah
the Haruphite, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Elu'zai (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Elu'zai (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 12:5 Eluzai, and
Jerimoth, and Bealiah, and Shemariah, and Shephatiah the Hariphite; (See RSV). ...
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Malluch (6 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Ezra 10:32 Benjamin, Malluch,
Shemariah. (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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