Topical Encyclopedia Zalmon is a name that appears in the Old Testament, associated with two distinct references. The name is sometimes rendered as Salmon in various translations, including the Berean Standard Bible .1. Zalmon, the Mountain: Zalmon is mentioned as a mountain in the region of Ephraim. In Psalm 68:14 , it is written, "When the Almighty scattered kings in the land, it was like snow falling on Zalmon." This verse poetically describes God's power and might, likening His actions to snow covering the mountain of Zalmon. The imagery of snow suggests purity and the overwhelming presence of God, emphasizing His ability to cleanse and transform. 2. Salmon, the Ancestor of David: Salmon, also known as Salma, is a significant figure in the genealogy of Jesus Christ. He is noted as the father of Boaz, who married Ruth, and thus becomes an ancestor of King David. In the genealogy recorded in the Book of Ruth, it states, "Salmon was the father of Boaz, Boaz was the father of Obed" (Ruth 4:21). This lineage is further confirmed in the New Testament, where Matthew 1:5 records, "Salmon the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse." Salmon's marriage to Rahab, the former Canaanite harlot who aided the Israelite spies in Jericho, highlights the theme of redemption and God's grace extending beyond the boundaries of Israel. The dual references to Zalmon/Salmon in the Bible reflect both a geographical and genealogical significance. The mountain of Zalmon serves as a testament to God's majestic power, while Salmon's place in the genealogy of Jesus underscores the divine orchestration of history and the inclusion of Gentiles into God's redemptive plan. ATS Bible Dictionary Zalmon or SalmonHebrew Tzalmon, a height in Samaria near Shechem, Jud 9:48, perhaps a part of mount Ebal; apparently the same that in Psalm 68:14 is spoken of as covered with new-fallen snow. Library Letter S Resources Who were the mighty men of David? | GotQuestions.orgBible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Zalmon: Also Called Salmon, Probably: A Hill in Samaria Zalmon: One of David's Warriors Related Terms |
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