Shamariah was a son of Rehoboam, king of Judah. The name is also connected with Shemariah in related biblical references.
Definition
Shamariah was a son of Rehoboam, king of Judah. The name is identified with Shemariah in related biblical references.
Biblical Usage
Shamariah is named among Rehoboam’s sons in 2 Chronicles 11:19.
Historical Background
The name is explained as “kept by Jehovah.” The supplied material provides no further biographical information.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(kept by Jehovah), son of Rehoboam. (2 Chronicles 11:19)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>sham-a-ri'-a, sha-mar'-ya.</p><p>See SHEMARIAH.</p>