Shulammite
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Shulammite in the Bible?
The Shulamite is a woman featured in the Song of Solomon, specifically mentioned in 6:13, and is frequently identified by scholars with the Shunammite woman from 2 Kings 4.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding the Shulamite as a distinct literary character helps readers appreciate the Song of Solomon's focus on human courtship and marital love rather than solely allegorical interpretations.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Shulammite reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Shulammite in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Shulammite clarify?
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
"Shulammite." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/shulammite/