Son of Col-hozeh, repaired the Fountain Gate
Shallum
Named in 1 verse of Nehemiah, first in Nehemiah 3:15.
שַׁלּוּןShallum
The name means “perfect; agreeable.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Col-hozeh
About Shallum Written by AI
Shallum, mentioned in Nehemiah 3:15, was the son of Col-hozeh and the ruler of the district of Mizpah during the time of Nehemiah. He played a significant role in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls, specifically focusing on the restoration of the Fountain Gate and the wall of the Pool of Shelah (also known as the King's Pool). Shallum's leadership position as the ruler of Mizpah suggests that he had authority and responsibility over the region. His involvement in the rebuilding project demonstrates his commitment to the restoration of Jerusalem and his willingness to contribute to the collective effort. The Fountain Gate and the Pool of Shelah were important landmarks in Jerusalem, and their repair under Shallum's supervision helped to strengthen the city's defenses and improve its water supply.
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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Shallum, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
Retribution. (1.) The son of Jabesh, otherwise unknown. He “conspired against Zachariah, and smote him before the people, and slew him, and reigned in his stead” (2 Kings 15:10). He reigned only “a month of days in Samaria” (15:13, marg.). Menahem rose up against Shallum and put him to death (2 Kings 15:14, 15, 17), and became king in his stead.
(2.) Keeper of the temple vestments in the reign of Josiah (2 Kings 22:14).
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(3.) One of the posterity of Judah (1 Chr. 2:40, 41).
(4.) A descendant of Simeon (1 Chr. 4:25).
(5.) One of the line of the high priests (1 Chr. 6:13).
(6.) 1 Chr. 7:13.
(7.) A keeper of the gate in the reign of David (1 Chr. 9:17).
(8.) A Levite porter (1 Chr. 9:19, 31; Jer. 35:4).
(9.) An Ephraimite chief (2 Chr. 28:12).
(10.) The uncle of the prophet Jeremiah (Jer. 32:7).
(11.) A son of king Josiah (1 Chr. 3:15; Jer. 22:11), who was elected to succeed his father on the throne, although he was two years younger than his brother Eliakim. He assumed the crown under the name of Jehoahaz (q.v.). He did not imitate the example of his father (2 Kings 23:32), but was “a young lion, and it learned to catch the prey; it devoured men” (Ezek. 19:3). His policy was anti-Egyptian therefore. Necho, at that time at Riblah, sent an army against Jerusalem, which at once yielded, and Jehoahaz was carried captive to the Egyptian camp, Eliakim being appointed king in his stead. He remained a captive in Egypt till his death, and was the first king of Judah that died in exile.
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- Nehemiah 3:15
The Fountain Gate was repaired by Shallun son of Col-hozeh, ruler of the district of Mizpah. He rebuilt it, roofed it, and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. He also repaired the wall of the Pool of Shelah near the king’s garden, as far as the stairs that descend from the City of David.
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