Lexical Summary Shelomoth: Shelomoth Original Word: שְׁלֹמוֹת Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Shelomith, Shelomoth Feminine plural of shalowm; pacifications; Shelomoth, the name of two Israelites -- Shelomith (from the margin), Shelomoth. Compare Shlomiyth. see HEBREW shalowm see HEBREW Shlomiyth NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as Shelomith, q.v. NASB Translation Shelomoth (5). Brown-Driver-Briggs שְׁלֹמוֺת, I. שְׁלמִית (׳שְׁלוֺ Ezra 8:10) proper name, masculine 1. Levites: a. מוֺת- 1 Chronicles 24:22 (twice in verse); 1 Chronicles 26:26; מִית- 1 Chronicles 26:28; 1 Chronicles 23:18; מות- 1 Chronicles 26:25 Kt, מִית- Qr, Σαλωμωθ, ᵐ5L Σαλωμιθ. b. מות- 1 Chronicles 23:9 Kt, מ־ִית Qr, Αλωθειμ,. Σαλωμ(ε)ιθ. 2 מִית- son (apparently) of Rehob. 2 Chronicles 11:20, Εμμωθ, A Σαλημωθ, ᵐ5L Σαλωμιθ. 3 מִית#NAME? Ezra 8:10, Σαλειμουθ, etc. Topical Lexicon Occurrences and Family Lines Shelomoth appears five times in Chronicles, always within Levitical genealogies (1 Chronicles 23:9; 24:22 × 2; 26:25–26). He is twice linked to Shimei’s clan of Gershonites (23:9), once to the Izharite branch of Kohath (24:22), and twice to the Eliezerite descendants of Moses’ brother-in-law Eliezer (26:25–26). The Chronicler’s placement demonstrates that the name recurs in several Levitical sub-families, showing its popularity among those whose vocation centered on worship. Role in the Levitical Divisions When David organized twenty-four courses of Levites (1 Chronicles 24), Shelomoth was recognized as a clan head: “of the Izharites, Shelomoth; of the sons of Shelomoth, Jahath” (24:22). The record underscores that Temple ministry passed generationally—Shelomoth’s line supplied successors able to teach and serve. Stewardship of Sacred Treasures The most detailed notice comes in 1 Chronicles 26:25–26. After tracing the Eliezerite genealogy, Scripture states: “This Shelomoth and his relatives were in charge of all the treasuries of the things dedicated to the LORD by King David, by the heads of families, and by the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, even the commanders of the army” (26:26). Three themes emerge: 1. Sacred trust—Shelomoth safeguarded offerings vowed “to the LORD,” not to human authority. Historical Significance Shelomoth’s tenure came late in David’s reign when preparations for the Temple accelerated (1 Chronicles 22–29). By cataloging who managed which resources, the Chronicler reveals how worship in Jerusalem was funded and protected even before the first stone was laid. That meticulous record answered post-exilic readers’ concerns about legitimacy, proving a continuous, divinely ordered chain of custodians. Ministerial Implications Shelomoth exemplifies a ministry often overlooked—faithful administration. His account teaches that: Doctrinal Reflections The recurrence of a name rooted in “peace/wholeness” alongside treasuries devoted “to the LORD” portrays the peace that flows from ordered, honest worship. The Chronicler links material integrity with the glory of God—anticipating the greater Steward, Jesus Christ, “in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge” (Colossians 2:3). Key Lessons for Believers • Honor those who labor behind the scenes; invisible faithfulness is visible to God (Hebrews 6:10). Shelomoth’s brief mentions therefore expand into a theology of stewardship that continues to guide congregations toward integrity, cooperation, and God-centered worship. Forms and Transliterations וּשְׁלֹמִ֥ית ושלמית שְׁלֹמ֔וֹת שְׁלֹמ֖וֹת שְׁלֹמ֣וֹת שְׁלֹומִ֧ית שלומית שלמות šə·lō·mō·wṯ šə·lō·w·mîṯ šəlōmōwṯ šəlōwmîṯ sheloMit sheloMot ū·šə·lō·mîṯ ūšəlōmîṯ usheloMitLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 23:9 HEB: [שְׁלֹמֹות כ] (שְׁלֹומִ֧ית ק) וַחֲזִיאֵ֛ל NAS: of Shimei [were] Shelomoth and Haziel INT: the sons of Shimei Shelomith and Haziel and Haran 1 Chronicles 24:22 1 Chronicles 24:22 1 Chronicles 26:25 1 Chronicles 26:26 5 Occurrences |
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