A man living before Israel's Monarchy, father of Shamgar, mentioned in Judges 3:31.
About Anath
The parent of Shamgar, one of the judges of Israel (Judges 3:31; 5:6). Since the name Anath is feminine, it is likely that Anath was Shamgar’s mother.
Family Relationships
- Child
- Shamgar
Key References
Judges 3:31
After Ehud came Shamgar son of Anath. And he too saved Israel, striking down six hundred Philistines with an oxgoad.
Judges 5:6
In the days of Shamgar son of Anath, in the days of Jael, the highways were deserted and the travelers took the byways.
All Scripture References (2)
Judges (2)
Judges 3:31
After Ehud came Shamgar son of Anath. And he too saved Israel, striking down six hundred Philistines with an oxgoad.
Judges 5:6
In the days of Shamgar son of Anath, in the days of Jael, the highways were deserted and the travelers took the byways.