Bible Dictionary
Explore biblical people, places, events, objects, ideas, and other terms. Search the dictionary directly, browse alphabetically, or narrow the list by category or Testament.
Shebah
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Shebah was the well associated with Beersheba, whose name recalls an oath or the number seven. It is mentioned in the account of Isaac’s dealings concerning the well.
Shebam
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Shebam was a town in the pastoral territory east of the Jordan, assigned to Reuben and Gad. It is probably the same place elsewhere called Shibmah or Sibmah.
Shebaniah
People & Groups - Old Testament
Shebaniah is the name of several Levites and priests associated with David’s worship, the reading of the Law, and the covenant renewed after the exile.
Shebarim
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Shebarim was a place near Ai to which the defeated Israelites fled. The name may mean “breaks” or “ruins,” and its exact location is uncertain.
Sheber
People & Groups - Old Testament
Sheber was a son of Caleb by his concubine Maacah, mentioned in the genealogy of Judah.
Shebna
People & Groups - Old Testament
Shebna was a high official in King Hezekiah’s court. He was rebuked for pride and lost the position of palace governor, later appearing as a royal secretary during the Assyrian crisis.
Shebuel
People & Groups - Old Testament
Shebuel was a descendant of Gershom and Moses who supervised the temple treasures in David’s time. The name also belonged to a son of Heman who served in temple music.
Shebuel, Or Shebuel
People & Groups - Old Testament
Shebuel is another form of Shubael, a name meaning “captive of God.” It is associated with Levites serving in the temple treasury and worship.
Shecaniah
People & Groups - Old Testament
Shecaniah is the name of several priests and other Israelites in the genealogical and post-exilic records. The name conveys the thought of dwelling with or being intimate with Jehovah.
Shechaniah
People & Groups - Old Testament
Shechaniah is a personal name meaning “dweller with Jehovah.” Several men bearing related forms of this name appear in Israel’s genealogical and post-exilic records.
Shechem
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Shechem was an important city between Mounts Ebal and Gerizim. It was associated with Abraham, Jacob, Joshua’s covenant renewal, Joseph’s burial, the cities of refuge, and the division of the kingdom.
SHECHEMITES
People & Groups - Old Testament
The Shechemites were the descendants or clan of Shechem, a son of Gilead from the tribe of Manasseh. They are listed among the families counted in Israel.
Shechemites, The
People & Groups - Old Testament
The Shechemites were the family or descendants of Shechem, son of Gilead, within the tribe of Manasseh.
Shechinah
God - Old Testament
Shechinah is a later Jewish term for the visible manifestation of God’s presence, especially the glory associated with the tabernacle and Solomon’s temple. Scripture describes this presence through the glory-cloud that filled the sanctuary.
SHED, SHEDDING
Sin & Judgment - Both
To shed means to pour out, especially blood. Scripture also uses the language figuratively for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the love of God in believers’ hearts.
Shedeur
People & Groups - Old Testament
Shedeur was the father of Elizur, the leader of the tribe of Reuben during the wilderness journey and the numbering of Israel.
Sheep
Agriculture & Daily Life - Both
Sheep were important for food, wool, wealth, tribute, and sacrifice in biblical life. Scripture also uses sheep to portray God’s people and presents the Lord and Christ as their Shepherd.
SHEEP TENDING
Agriculture & Daily Life - Both
Sheep tending was the pastoral work of guarding, feeding, and leading flocks. Scripture frequently uses the shepherd’s care for sheep as an image of God’s care and of Jesus Christ as the Good Shepherd.
Sheep-fold
Agriculture & Daily Life - Both
A sheep-fold was a fenced or enclosed place where sheep were gathered for protection. In biblical imagery, the flock and its fold also illustrate the care and keeping of God’s people.
Sheep-gate
Places & Geography - Old Testament
The Sheep-gate was a gate in Jerusalem’s wall rebuilt under Nehemiah. Its name likely reflects its connection with sheep brought into the city or temple area.
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