Bible Dictionary
Shiphmite The
The Shiphmite was probably a person from Shepham. The term is associated with Zabdi, who supervised David’s vineyards.
Definition
The Shiphmite was probably a person from Shepham. The term is associated with Zabdi, who supervised David’s vineyards.
Biblical Usage
The Shiphmite is mentioned in the administrative list of David’s reign, where Zabdi is identified in connection with the royal vineyards.
Historical Background
The supplied material treats the connection with Shepham as probable rather than certain.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
probably, though not certainly, the native of Shepham. (1 Chronicles 27:27)