Overview
Shuah appears in Scripture as both a son of Abraham through his wife Keturah, and as a name associated with Judah's lineage. These genealogical references demonstrate how God preserved family lines and tribal identities throughout Israel's history.
Key Scriptures
"Abraham took another wife, whose name was Keturah. She bore him Zimran and Jokshan and Medan and Midian and Ishbak and Shuah" (Genesis 25:1-2, ESV).
"The sons of Keturah, Abraham's concubine: she bore Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah" (1 Chronicles 1:32, NASB).
"Chelub the brother of Shuhah fathered Mehir, who fathered Eshton" (1 Chronicles 4:11, ESV).
Application
Understanding biblical genealogies reminds us that God cares about individuals and families, weaving each person's life into His sovereign plan for His people.