Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness
Shillem (or Shallum), a son of Naphtali and ancestor of the Shillemite clan.
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Also known as Shallum · Shillemite
Shillem, also known as Shallum, was a son of Naphtali, as mentioned in Gen.46.24, Num.26.49, and 1Ch.7.13. He is listed among the sons of Naphtali who went down to Egypt with Israel (or 'Jacob') and his family. In Num.26.49, the descendants of Shillem are referred to as the Shillemite clan, indicating that he was the ancestor of a distinct family group within the tribe of Naphtali. The inclusion of Shillem in these genealogical records emphasizes the importance of tracing one's lineage and maintaining family connections within the Israelite community.
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(requital), son of Naphtali and an ancestor of the family of the Shillemites. (Genesis 46:24; Numbers 26:49)
peace; perfection; retribution
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3 verses in 3 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H8006
The sons of Naphtali: Jahzeel, Guni, Jezer, and Shillem.
the Jezerite clan from Jezer, and the Shillemite clan from Shillem.
The sons of Naphtali: Jahziel, Guni, Jezer, and Shallum—the descendants of Bilhah.
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