Abishalom
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Abishalom in the Bible?
Abishalom is a biblical name appearing in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin and other lineages, distinct from but phonetically related to Absalom.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Abishalom clarifies complex family trees in the books of Chronicles and helps distinguish between different individuals who share similar naming conventions in ancient Israelite society.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Abishalom reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Abishalom in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Abishalom clarify?
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Abishalom." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/abishalom/