Shallum is a name that appears multiple times in the Old Testament, referring to different individuals across various contexts. The name Shallum is derived from the Hebrew word "שַׁלּוּם" (Shallum), meaning "retribution" or "recompense." Below are the notable figures named Shallum in the Bible:

1. Shallum, King of Israel: Shallum, the son of Jabesh, briefly reigned as the king of Israel. His reign lasted only one month in Samaria, around 752 BC. He assassinated King Zechariah, the son of Jeroboam II, thus ending the dynasty of Jehu. Shallum's own reign was cut short when he was assassinated by Menahem, who then took the throne. This account is recorded in 2 Kings 15:10-14: "Then Shallum son of Jabesh conspired against Zechariah, struck him down and killed him in front of the people, and reigned in his place."

2. Shallum, the Father of Maaseiah: In the time of King Josiah of Judah, Shallum was the father of Maaseiah, a governor of Jerusalem. Maaseiah was involved in the repair of the temple, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 34:8: "In the eighteenth year of Josiah’s reign, to purify the land and the temple, he sent Shaphan son of Azaliah, Maaseiah the governor of the city, and Joah son of Joahaz the recorder to repair the house of the LORD his God."

3. Shallum, the Husband of Huldah the Prophetess: Shallum was the husband of Huldah, the prophetess consulted by King Josiah's officials regarding the Book of the Law found in the temple. He is identified as the son of Tikvah and the keeper of the wardrobe. This is detailed in 2 Kings 22:14: "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."

4. Shallum, a Descendant of Simeon: In the genealogies of the tribes of Israel, Shallum is listed as a descendant of Simeon. He is noted for his leadership and valor in the conquest of the land of Seir, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 4:25: "Shallum was his son, Mibsam his son, and Mishma his son."

5. Shallum, a Gatekeeper: Another Shallum served as a gatekeeper in the temple during the time of King David. He was a descendant of Korah and is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:17-19: "The gatekeepers were Shallum, Akkub, Talmon, Ahiman, and their fellow Levites. Shallum was their chief."

6. Shallum, the Son of Kore: This Shallum was a Levite and the chief gatekeeper of the temple during the time of King Hezekiah. He played a role in the religious reforms and the restoration of temple worship. His duties are outlined in 2 Chronicles 31:14: "Kore son of Imnah the Levite, the keeper of the East Gate, was in charge of the freewill offerings to God, distributing the contributions made to the LORD and the consecrated gifts."

The various individuals named Shallum highlight the diverse roles and responsibilities within the history of Israel and Judah, from kingship and governance to religious service and prophecy. Each Shallum contributed to the unfolding narrative of God's people in unique ways, reflecting the multifaceted nature of leadership and service in biblical history.Shallum's (1 Occurrence)

2 Kings 15:15
Now the rest of the acts of Shallum, and his conspiracy which he made, behold, they are written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel.
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Shallum's (1 Occurrence)
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Shallun (1 Occurrence)
... SHALLUN. shal'-un (shallun, not in the Septuagint): Another form of Shallum, the
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Shallum (27 Occurrences)
... Menahem rose up against Shallum and put him to death (2 Kings 15:14, 15, 17), and
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