Overview
Shimeath was an Ammonite woman mentioned in connection with the death of King Joash of Judah. Her son Jozacar, along with Jehozabad, conspired against the king and struck him down. Though Shimeath herself is not described as actively participating in the plot, her presence in the biblical account highlights how foreign relationships and influences sometimes affected the stability of Judah's throne.
Key Scriptures
"Jozacar the son of Shimeath and Jehozabad the son of Shomer, his servants, struck him down, and he died" (2 Kings 12:21, ESV).
"Jozabad the son of Shimeath and Jehozabad the son of Shomer the Moabitess were the ones who struck at the king" (2 Chronicles 24:26, ESV).
Application
Believers should recognize how ungodly associations and influences can lead to destructive outcomes, and should carefully guard their closest relationships according to biblical wisdom.