Shammah
Shammah (or Shagee) the Hararite, the son of Agee, was one of David's mighty men, known for his bravery and skill in battle.
The name Shammah means “loss; desolation; astonishment”
MaleWarriorUnited Monarchy eraOld Testament2 books2 verses
Summary
A warrior living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2 Samuel 23:33; referred to as Shammah (שַׁמָּה) or Shagee (שָׁגֵה); father of Jonathan.
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- 2 Samuel 23:33שַׁמָּה · Shammah…son of Shammah the Hararite, Ahiam son of Sharar the Hararite,
- 1 Chronicles 11:34שָׁגֵה · Shagee…the sons of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan son of Shagee the Hararite,