שְׁלֹמִי (she.lo.mi)
she.lo.mi
Shelomi
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Shelomi appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, recorded in Numbers 34:27 as the father of Ahihud. He is identified as a member of the tribe of Asher during the period when the Israelites were preparing to divide the Promised Land among the twelve tribes.
Linguistically, the name derives from the root for peace (shalom), carrying the meaning "peaceful" or "my peace." While it shares this etymological basis with more common names like Solomon or Shemuel, Shelomi is exceptionally rare in Scripture. Its single occurrence highlights a specific historical moment rather than establishing a recurring theological theme.
The significance of this entry lies in its precise historical anchoring. By listing Shelomi as the father of the tribal leader Ahihud, the text preserves the genealogical record necessary for the inheritance of land. The name serves as a quiet marker of identity within the tribe of Asher at the threshold of settlement in Canaan.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Shelomi appears only once in Scripture, recorded in Numbers 34:27 as the father of Ahihud, a leader from the tribe of Asher. The name itself carries the meaning "peaceful" or "my peace," rooted in the same word family as Shalom. While it does not anchor a major theological story, its presence reminds us that God values every individual within His people.
In this context, Shelomi is part of the careful genealogical record used to divide the Promised Land. This detail shows that God’s plan for inheritance and community includes specific names and families, even those mentioned in passing. It suggests that your own name and story matter to Him, woven into the larger tapestry of His purposes.
When we read these lists, we are invited to see ourselves in the crowd of believers who stood ready to inherit God’s promises. Just as Shelomi was counted among the leaders of Asher, you are known and named by God. This quiet inclusion offers a gentle assurance that no one is overlooked in His grand design.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Shelomi1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- שְׁלֹמִֽי\׃1×
Key Verses
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Numbers 34:27
Of the tribe of the children of Asher a prince, Ahihud the son of Shelomi.
This verse identifies Shelomi as the father of Ahihud, anchoring the name within the specific tribal leadership structure of Asher during the land division.