Shimrith, also called Shomer, was a Moabite mentioned during the divided kingdom and the father of Jehozabad.
About Shimrith (Shomer)
Moabitess mother of Jehozabad, a royal servant, who along with Zabad conspired against and murdered King Joash of Judah (2 Chr 24:26, nlt mg). She is alternately called Shomer in 2 Kings 12:21; Shimrith is the feminine form of Shomer. See Shomer #1.
Family Relationships
- Child
- Jehozabad
Key References
2 Chronicles 24:26
Those who conspired against Joash were Zabad son of Shimeath the Ammonitess and Jehozabad son of Shimrith the Moabitess.
All Scripture References (1)
2 Chronicles (1)
2 Chronicles 24:26
Those who conspired against Joash were Zabad son of Shimeath the Ammonitess and Jehozabad son of Shimrith the Moabitess.