Bible Dictionary
Shamed
Shamed, probably another form of Shemed or Shamer, was a Benjamite associated with the family of Elpaal.
Definition
Shamed, probably another form of Shamer or Shemed, was a Benjamite associated with the family of Elpaal.
Biblical Usage
Shamed appears in 1 Chronicles 8:12 within the genealogical record of Benjamin.
Historical Background
The name is explained as “keeper.” The supplied material treats Shamed as a variant form rather than providing a separate biography.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(keeper), properly Shamer or Shemer; one of the pens of Elpaal the Benjamite. (1 Chronicles 8:12)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>sha'-med.</p><p>See SHEMED.</p>