Shallum (2)
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Shallum (2) in the Bible?
Shallum was the fifteenth king of Israel who assassinated Zechariah and reigned for one month before being killed by Menahem. He was the son of Jabesh and may have been a Gileadite from beyond the Jordan.
SIGNIFICANCE
The brief reign of Shallum highlights the instability and violence that characterized the kingdom of Israel during this period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Shallum (2) reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shallum (2) in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shallum (2) 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
"Shallum (2)." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shallum-2/