Shem
Member of the Noah's Family
Married to Wife of Shem · Parent of 3 · 2 recorded parents
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Three generations at a glance
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Biography
Eldest son of Noah, ancestor of Semitic peoples
Shem occupies generation 3 of this recorded lineage one of the children of Noah and Naamah, partner to Wife of Shem, and parent of Elam, Asshur, and Arphaxad. Their place in the family is best understood through the relationships preserved in the tree.
Within the wider Noah's Family, this life forms part of a network spanning 3 recorded generations. The timeline and family snapshot below bring those connections together, while the full tree provides the broader historical context.
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Married Wife of Shem
A partnership that connects two branches of the Shem family.
Next generation
Family line continues
3 children recorded in this branch: Elam, Asshur, and Arphaxad.
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Frequently asked questions
Who were Shem's parents?
Shem's parents were father Noah and mother Naamah.
Who were Shem's children?
Shem had 3 children: Elam, Asshur, and Arphaxad.
Who did Shem marry?
Shem was married to Wife of Shem.
What family tree does Shem belong to?
Shem appears in the Noah's Family family tree on Lineage, where you can explore the full interactive genealogy chart.
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