Bible Dictionary
Shilshah
Shilshah was an Asherite, the son of Zophah, recorded in the genealogy of the tribe of Asher.
Definition
Shilshah was an Asherite, the son of Zophah. He is recorded in the genealogy of the tribe of Asher, and his name is associated with strength.
Biblical Usage
Shilshah appears in the genealogical list of Asher’s descendants. No further action or role is attributed to him.
Historical Background
The supplied material gives no additional historical or geographical information about Shilshah.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(strong), son of Zophah of the tribe of Asher. (1 Chronicles 7:37) (B.C. before 1015.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>shil'-sha shilshah; Codex Vaticanus and Codex Alexandrinus Saleisa; Lucian, Selemsan): An Asherite (1Ch 7:37).</p>