Shaharaim is a relatively obscure figure mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin in the Old Testament. His name appears in 1 Chronicles 8:8-9, where he is noted as a descendant of Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel. The name "Shaharaim" is believed to mean "double dawn" or "two dawns," which may suggest a sense of renewal or new beginnings.

Biblical References:

1 Chronicles 8:8-9 provides the primary reference to Shaharaim: "Shaharaim had sons in the country of Moab after he had divorced his wives Hushim and Baara. By his wife Hodesh he had Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam, Jeuz, Sakia, and Mirmah. These were his sons, heads of families."

Genealogical Context:

Shaharaim is listed among the descendants of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The tribe of Benjamin held a significant position among the tribes, being the tribe of Israel's first king, Saul, and later, the Apostle Paul. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the historical and familial connections of the Israelites, emphasizing the continuity of God's covenant people.

Family and Descendants:

The passage in 1 Chronicles indicates that Shaharaim had multiple wives and children. His wives included Hushim and Baara, whom he divorced, and Hodesh, with whom he had several sons. The mention of his children as "heads of families" suggests that his lineage continued to play a role in the tribal structure and leadership of Benjamin.

Cultural and Historical Insights:

The reference to Shaharaim having sons in Moab is noteworthy, as Moab was a neighboring nation often at odds with Israel. This detail may reflect the complex relationships and interactions between the Israelites and surrounding peoples. The act of divorce, mentioned in the context of Shaharaim's life, also provides insight into the social and familial practices of the time.

Theological Significance:

While Shaharaim himself is not a prominent biblical figure, his inclusion in the genealogical records underscores the importance of family lineage in the biblical narrative. The chronicler's attention to detail in listing descendants highlights the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs regarding the multiplication and establishment of their descendants.

In summary, Shaharaim's brief mention in the Bible serves as a reminder of the intricate tapestry of relationships and histories that form the backdrop of the biblical account. His life, though not extensively detailed, contributes to the broader narrative of God's covenantal faithfulness to His people.Shaharaim

(double dawn) a Benjamite. (1 Chronicles 8:8) (B.C. about 1546.)

7842. Shacharayim -- "two dawns," a Benjamite
... Shacharayim. 7843 . "two dawns," a Benjamite. Transliteration: Shacharayim Phonetic
Spelling: (shakh-ar-ah'-yim) Short Definition: Shaharaim. ... Shaharaim. ...
/hebrew/7842.htm - 6kShaharaim (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Shaharaim (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 8:8 Shaharaim
became the father of children in the field of Moab ...
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Baara (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia BAARA. ba'-a-ra ba`ara', ("the burning one"): A
wife of the Benjamite Shaharaim (1 Chronicles 8:8). Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Adaiah (8 Occurrences)
... nine sons of Shimei, who is apparently the same with Shema, who is the fifth of
the sons of Elpaal, who is the second of the two sons of Shaharaim and Hushim ...
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Shahara'im (1 Occurrence)
Shahara'im. Shaharaim, Shahara'im. Shahazim . Multi-Version Concordance
Shahara'im (1 Occurrence). ... Shaharaim, Shahara'im. Shahazim . Reference Bible.
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Hushim (4 Occurrences)
... (2) The sons of Aher of the lineage of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 7:12). (3) One of
the wives of Shaharaim, of the family of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 8:8, 11). ...
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Wit (28 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV ASV WBS). 1 Chronicles 8:8 And Shaharaim begat children in the field of
Moab, after he had sent them away; Hushim and Baara were his wives. (See JPS). ...
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Divorced (10 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). 1 Chronicles 8:8 Shaharaim became the father of children in the field
of Moab, after he had sent them away; Hushim and Baara were his wives. ...
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Mesha (4 Occurrences)
... (2) (mesha'; Codex Vaticanus, Misa; Codex Alexandrinus, Mosa): A Benjamite, son
of Shaharaim by his wife Hodesh, born in the land of Moab (1 Chronicles 8:9). (3 ...
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Malcam (6 Occurrences)
... mal'-kam (malkam, "their king"; the King James Version Maleham): (1) A chief of
the Benjamites, son of Shaharaim (1 Chronicles 8:9). (2) The name of an idol as ...
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Beerah (2 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 8:8 And Shaharaim became the father of children in the country of the
Moabites after driving out Hushim and Beerah his wives; (BBE). ...
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