10 others in the registry answer to the name Maacah. Every Maacah in the Bible
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Maacah
מַעֲכָה
Maacah was the father of Shephatiah, the leader of the Simeonites during the reign of King David.
- verses
- 1
- first named
- 1 Chronicles 27:16
- last named
- 1 Chronicles 27:16
- period
- Divided Monarchy
- role
- Man
Description
Who was Maacah?
Maacah was the father of Shephatiah, who was appointed as the leader of the tribe of Simeon during the reign of King David (1Ch.27.16). Shephatiah's mention in the list of tribal leaders suggests that he held a position of authority and responsibility within the tribe of Simeon. The tribal leaders were responsible for overseeing the affairs of their respective tribes and representing their interests before the king. No further information is provided about Maacah himself in the biblical record. His mention as the father of a tribal leader indicates that he may have been a person of influence within the tribe of Simeon. The inclusion of Shephatiah in the list of tribal leaders highlights the importance of tribal organization and leadership during the reign of King David.
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Father of
- Shephatiahregistry1 Chronicles 27:16
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