Strong's Lexicon Salma: Salma Original Word: שַׂלְמָא Word Origin: Derived from the root word שֶׂלֶם (selem), meaning "garment" or "clothing." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for the Hebrew name Salma in the Strong's Greek Dictionary. However, the genealogical line is referenced in the Greek New Testament, particularly in the genealogy of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 1:4-5). Usage: Salma is a proper noun used as a personal name in the Hebrew Bible. It is associated with a male figure, specifically a descendant of Judah. The name Salma is often understood to mean "garment" or "clothed," reflecting a possible cultural significance related to protection or covering. Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of ancient Israel, names often held significant meanings and were sometimes indicative of a person's character or destiny. Salma, as a descendant of Judah, is part of the genealogical line that holds importance in the history of Israel, particularly in relation to the tribe of Judah, which was one of the leading tribes of Israel. The tribe of Judah is historically significant as it is the lineage from which King David and, ultimately, Jesus Christ are descended. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition father of Boaz, same as NH8012, also the founder of Bethlehem NASB Translation Salma (4). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Salma Probably for salmah; clothing; Salma, the name of two Israelites -- Salma. see HEBREW salmah Forms and Transliterations וְשַׂלְמָ֖א ושלמא שַׂלְמָ֔א שַׂלְמָ֗א שַׂלְמָא֙ שלמא śal·mā salMa śalmā vesalMa wə·śal·mā wəśalmāLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 2:11 HEB: הוֹלִ֣יד אֶת־ שַׂלְמָ֔א וְשַׂלְמָ֖א הוֹלִ֥יד NAS: the father of Salma, Salma KJV: begat Salma, and Salma INT: Nahshon became of Salma Salma the father 1 Chronicles 2:11 1 Chronicles 2:51 1 Chronicles 2:54 4 Occurrences |