Bishlam
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Bishlam in the Bible?
One of three foreign officials who wrote a letter of complaint against the Jews to Artaxerxes, mentioned in Ezra 4:7 and 1 Esdras 2:16.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding Bishlam's role clarifies the political tensions and administrative opposition faced by the Jewish community during the restoration of Jerusalem under Persian rule.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Bishlam reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Bishlam in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Bishlam clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 4:7
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
"Bishlam." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/bishlam/