Seraiah, mentioned in2 Samuel 8:17and1 Chronicles 18:16, was a scribe who served during the reign of King David. He is also referred to as Shavsha (1 Chronicles 18:16), Sheva (2 Samuel 20:25), Sheya (2 Samuel 20:25in some translations), or Shisha (1 Kings 4:3). As a scribe, Seraiah's primary responsibility would have been to record important documents, decrees, and correspondence for the king. He held a position of trust and significance within David's administration. The variations in his name across different passages may be due to differences in spelling or pronunciation over time.
Seraiah
EnglishA man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.8.17.