Salum is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, primarily within the context of genealogies and temple service. The name "Salum" is a variant of "Shallum," which appears more frequently in the biblical text. The name is of Hebrew origin, meaning "retribution" or "recompense."

1. Salum, the Son of Kore: Salum is identified as a gatekeeper in the temple, a role of significant responsibility and honor. In 1 Chronicles 9:17-19, Salum is listed among the gatekeepers: "The gatekeepers were Shallum, Akkub, Talmon, Ahiman, and their fellow Levites, Shallum was their chief. He was stationed previously at the King’s Gate on the east side. These were the gatekeepers from the camp of the Levites." This passage highlights Salum's leadership and his role in maintaining the sanctity and order of the temple.

2. Salum, the Father of Hanameel: In Jeremiah 32:7, Salum is mentioned as the father of Hanameel. This reference is part of the narrative where the prophet Jeremiah is instructed by God to purchase a field from Hanameel, illustrating the theme of hope and future restoration for Israel: "Behold, Hanameel son of Shallum your uncle is coming to you to say, ‘Buy for yourself my field in Anathoth, for you have the right of redemption to buy it.’"

3. Salum, the Husband of Huldah: Another notable mention of Salum is in 2 Kings 22:14, where he is identified as the husband of Huldah, the prophetess. Huldah played a crucial role during the reign of King Josiah, providing divine insight and guidance: "So Hilkiah the priest, Ahikam, Achbor, Shaphan, and Asaiah went to Huldah the prophetess, the wife of Shallum son of Tikvah, the son of Harhas, the keeper of the wardrobe. She lived in Jerusalem, in the Second District."

4. Salum, the Descendant of Bani: In Ezra 10:42, Salum is listed among those who had married foreign women during the time of Ezra, which was against the covenantal laws of Israel. This passage is part of the larger narrative of repentance and reform as the Israelites sought to restore their covenant relationship with God: "Shallum, Amariah, and Joseph."

5. Salum, the Son of Josiah: In 1 Chronicles 3:15, Salum is mentioned as one of the sons of King Josiah, although he is more commonly known as Jehoahaz. His brief reign as king of Judah is recorded in 2 Kings 23:31-34, where he is noted for doing evil in the sight of the Lord, leading to his deposition by Pharaoh Neco.

Salum's various mentions in the Bible reflect the diverse roles and responsibilities held by individuals bearing this name, from temple service to royal lineage. Each reference to Salum contributes to the broader narrative of Israel's history and God's ongoing relationship with His people.SALUM

sa'-lum (Saloum):

(1) The head of one of the families of porters (1 Esdras 5:28; omitted in Codex Vaticanus) = "Shallum" in Ezra 2:42; Ezra 10:24 Nehemiah 7:45 = "Sallumus" in 1 Esdras 9:25.

(2) 1 Esdras 8:1 King James Version = the Revised Version (British and American) "Salem."

Salum
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia SALUM. sa'-lum (Saloum): (1) The head
of one of the families of porters (1 Esdras 5:28; omitted ...
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Salem (5 Occurrences)
... TG Pinches. SALEM (2). (Salamos; the King James Version Salum): An ancestor of Ezra
(1 Esdras 8:1) = "Shallum" in Ezra 7:2 = "Salemas" in 2 Esdras 1:1. ...
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Salu (1 Occurrence)

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Shallum (27 Occurrences)
... The name is also written "Meshullam" in Nehemiah 12:25, "Salum" in 1 Esdras 5:28,
"Meshelemiah" in 1 Chronicles 26:1, 2, 9, and "Shelemiah" in 1 Chronicles 26 ...
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Sallumus
... sa-lu'-mus, sal'-u-mus Salloumos): One of the porters who had taken "strange wives"
(1 Esdras 9:25) = "Shallum" in Ezra 10:24; called also "Salum" in 1 Esdras 5 ...
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Salutary (1 Occurrence)

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