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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Shuham</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/s/shuham.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/numbers/26-42.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/s/shuham.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Shuham</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/s/shuhah's.htm" title="Shuhah's">◄</a> Shuham <a href="/topical/naves/s/shuham--called_hushim.htm" title="Shuham: Called Hushim">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#hit" title="Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary">Hitchcock's</a> • <a href="#smi" title="Smith's Bible Dictionary">Smith's</a> • <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Shuham is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the genealogical records of the tribes of Israel. He is recognized as a descendant of Benjamin, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, who is also known as Israel. Shuham's lineage is significant in understanding the tribal divisions and familial structures of the Israelites as they settled in the Promised Land.<br><br><b>Biblical References:</b><br><br>Shuham is mentioned in the Book of Numbers, which provides a census of the Israelites during their wilderness journey. In <a href="/numbers/26-38.htm">Numbers 26:38-39</a> , the text states: "The descendants of Benjamin by their clans were: the Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham. The descendants of Bela were Ard and Naaman." In some translations, Shupham is referred to as Shuham, indicating a possible variation in the name or a scribal tradition that reflects the same individual or clan.<br><br><b>Tribal Significance:</b><br><br>Shuham, or Shupham, is associated with the Shuphamite clan, which is one of the subdivisions of the tribe of Benjamin. The tribe of Benjamin holds a unique place among the tribes of Israel, being the smallest tribe but also producing significant figures such as King Saul, the first king of Israel, and the Apostle Paul in the New Testament. The mention of Shuham in the genealogical records underscores the importance of maintaining tribal identities and lineages, which were crucial for inheritance rights, land distribution, and fulfilling the covenant promises given to the patriarchs.<br><br><b>Cultural and Historical Context:</b><br><br>The genealogical records in the Book of Numbers serve not only as a historical account but also as a theological affirmation of God's faithfulness to His people. Each name and clan listed represents a fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham to make his descendants as numerous as the stars (<a href="/genesis/15-5.htm">Genesis 15:5</a>). The inclusion of Shuham in these records highlights the continuity of God's covenantal relationship with Israel through successive generations.<br><br><b>Interpretative Insights:</b><br><br>From a conservative Christian perspective, the mention of Shuham and other genealogical details in Scripture is seen as divinely inspired and purposeful. These records are not merely historical data but are imbued with spiritual significance, reflecting God's sovereign plan and the unfolding of salvation history. The preservation of such details in the biblical text serves as a reminder of the meticulous care with which God orchestrates His purposes through individuals and families.<br><br>In summary, Shuham's mention in the Bible, though brief, contributes to the broader narrative of Israel's history and God's covenantal faithfulness. His inclusion in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin underscores the importance of lineage and identity within the biblical framework.<a name="hit" id="hit"></a><div class="vheading2">Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Shuham</span><p>talking; thinking; humiliation; budding<a name="smi" id="smi"></a><div class="vheading2">Smith's Bible Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Shuham</span><p>(<i>pit-digger</i>) son of Dan and ancestor of the Shuhamites. (<a href="/numbers/26-42.htm">Numbers 26:42</a>)<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">SHUHAM</span><p>shoo'-ham (shucham): Son of Dan, ancestor of the Shuhamites (<a href="/numbers/26-42.htm">Numbers 26:42 f</a>). In <a href="/genesis/46-23.htm">Genesis 46:23</a> called "Hushim."<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/7749.htm"><span class="l">7749. Shuchami -- descendant of <b>Shuham</b></span></a><br><b>...</b> descendant of <b>Shuham</b>. Transliteration: Shuchami Phonetic Spelling: (shoo-khaw-mee')<br> Short Definition: Shuhamites. <b>...</b> of <b>Shuham</b> NASB Word Usage Shuhamites (2). <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/7749.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p> <a href="/hebrew/7748.htm"><span class="l">7748. Shucham -- a Danite</span></a><br><b>...</b> 7747, 7748. Shucham. 7749 . a Danite. Transliteration: Shucham Phonetic<br> Spelling: (shoo-khawm') Short Definition: <b>Shuham</b>. <b>...</b> <b>Shuham</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/7748.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/leupold/exposition_of_genesis_volume_1/chapter_xlvi.htm"><span class="l">Chapter xlvi</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Bilhah' s Sons. Dan Naphtali Hushim Jahzeel. Guni. Jezer. Shillem. Variant forms<br> are: for "Hushim" "<b>Shuham</b>"; for "Jahzeel" "Jahziel"; for "Shillem" "Shallum.". <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/...//christianbookshelf.org/leupold/exposition of genesis volume 1/chapter xlvi.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/s/shuham.htm"><span class="l"><b>Shuham</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>SHUHAM</b>. shoo'-ham (shucham): Son of Dan, ancestor of the Shuhamites (Numbers<br> 26:42 f). In Genesis 46:23 called "Hushim.". <b>...</b><b>Shuham</b> (1 Occurrence). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/shuham.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/shuhamite.htm"><span class="l">Shuhamite (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance Shuhamite (2 Occurrences). Numbers 26:42 These are the<br> sons of Dan after their families: of <b>Shuham</b>, the family of the Shuhamites. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/shuhamite.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/d/dan.htm"><span class="l">Dan (71 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> The name in Numbers 26:42 is <b>Shuham</b>. <b>...</b> Numbers 26:42 These are the sons of Dan<br> after their families: of <b>Shuham</b>, the family of the Shuhamites. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/d/dan.htm - 41k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tribe.htm"><span class="l">Tribe (250 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> recorded. Of his sons at the settlement in Egypt only one, Hushim, is mentioned<br> (Genesis 46:23). The name in Numbers 26:42 is <b>Shuham</b>. 2 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tribe.htm - 45k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/shuhamites.htm"><span class="l">Shuhamites (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance Shuhamites (2 Occurrences). Numbers 26:42 These are the<br> sons of Dan after their families: of <b>Shuham</b>, the family of the Shuhamites. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/shuhamites.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/shuhah's.htm"><span class="l">Shuhah's (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/shuhah's.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/shu'hamites.htm"><span class="l">Shu'hamites (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance Shu'hamites (2 Occurrences). Numbers 26:42 These are the<br> sons of Dan after their families: of <b>Shuham</b>, the family of the Shuhamites. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/shu'hamites.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/c/clan.htm"><span class="l">Clan (96 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Naamites. (See NIV). Numbers 26:42 These are the sons of Dan after their<br> families: of <b>Shuham</b>, the family of the Shuhamites. These <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/c/clan.htm - 32k</font><p><a href="/topical/h/hushim.htm"><span class="l">Hushim (4 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> HUSHIM. hu'-shim (chusim, "hasters''): (1) Family name of the children of<br> Dan (Genesis 46:23), but of form "<b>Shuham</b>" in Numbers 26:42. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/h/hushim.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/c/clans.htm"><span class="l">Clans (120 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Numbers 26:42 These are the sons of Dan after their families: of <b>Shuham</b>, the family<br> of the Shuhamites. These are the families of Dan after their families. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/c/clans.htm - 34k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Dan-in-the-Bible.html">Who was Dan in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Shuham (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/numbers/26-42.htm">Numbers 26:42</a></span><br />These are the sons of Dan after their families: of <span class="boldtext">Shuham</span>, the family of the Shuhamites. These are the families of Dan after their families.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/s/shuham.htm">Shuham</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/s/shuham--called_hushim.htm">Shuham: Called Hushim</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/s/shuham--son_of_dan.htm">Shuham: Son of Dan</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/shuhamite.htm">Shuhamite (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/d/dan.htm">Dan (71 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/tribe.htm">Tribe (250 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/shuhamites.htm">Shuhamites (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/shuhah's.htm">Shuhah's (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/shu'hamites.htm">Shu'hamites (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/c/clan.htm">Clan (96 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/h/hushim.htm">Hushim (4 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/c/clans.htm">Clans (120 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/families.htm">Families (272 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/s/shuhah's.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Shuhah's"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Shuhah's" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/naves/s/shuham--called_hushim.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Shuham: Called Hushim"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Shuham: Called Hushim" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>