People of the Bible

Shemeber

The name Shemeber means “name of force; name of the strong.” Shemeber is mentioned in 1 verse of the Bible, first in Genesis 14:2.

Who was Shemeber?

Soaring on high, the king of Zeboiim, who joined with the other kings in casting off the yoke of Chedorlaomer. After having been reconquered by him, he was rescued by Abraham (Gen. 14:2).

Biography adapted from Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain, linked via Theographic Bible Metadata.

Key verses about Shemeber

  • Genesis 14:2

    That these made war with Bera king of Sodom, and with Birsha king of Gomorrah, Shinab king of Admah, and Shemeber king of Zeboiim, and the king of Bela, which is Zoar.