Old Testament
Shelomoth
A Levite of the Gershonite clan who served as a leader in the house of Ladan during David's reign.
Shelomoth was a descendant of Gershon through Ladan, serving as a chief among the Levites appointed by King David. He is noted for his role in overseeing the dedicated treasures and spoils of war for the maintenance of the house of the Lord. His service highlights the organized administration of the temple duties and resources established during the transition of leadership to Solomon.
In the text
- Verses
- 4
- Books
- 1
- First appears
- 1 Chronicles 23:9
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 26:28
Where Shelomoth appears
4 verses · 2 chaptersIn the same books
- Melech2 versesA descendant of King Saul and son of Micah, listed in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin.
- Ben1 versesA Levite gatekeeper who served during the transfer of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.
- Amnon22 versesThe firstborn son of King David whose violent actions against his half-sister Tamar triggered a cycle of family tragedy.
- Ahithophel17 versesA trusted counselor to King David who defected to join Absalom's rebellion against the throne.
- Heman12 versesA Levite musician and seer appointed by David to lead temple worship and praise.
- Mephibosheth12 versesThe crippled son of Jonathan who received David's covenant kindness and a permanent place at the royal table.
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