Brief Overview of Σολομών (Strong’s G4672: Solomōn)

Strong’s G4672: A proper noun from Hebrew שְׁלֹמֹה (Shelomoh), meaning “peaceful.” Son of David and king of Israel, renowned for wisdom and temple building. In NT usage, represents divine wisdom, glory, and temple worship, while pointing to Christ as greater than Solomon.

U- Unveiling the Word

Σολομών represents more than just a historical figure; in New Testament usage, he serves as a theological reference point for divine wisdom, kingdom glory, and temple worship. Jesus specifically uses Solomon as a comparison point, declaring Himself “greater than Solomon,” highlighting the surpassing excellence of His wisdom and kingdom. Early church fathers frequently employed Solomon’s wisdom literature and temple building as types of Christ’s wisdom and church building. Today, this name continues to remind us that all human wisdom and glory finds its fulfillment in Christ.

N – Necessary Information

• Greek Word: Σολομών, Solomōn, /sol-om-one’/
• Detailed pronunciation: ‘sol’ as in “solve,” ‘om’ as in “home,” ‘one’ as in “own”
• Part of Speech: Noun (Proper)

Etymology:

• From Hebrew שְׁלֹמֹה (Shelomoh)
• Related to שָׁלוֹם (shalom, peace)
• Greek form adapts Hebrew name
• Name means “peaceful one”

D – Defining Meanings

• Solomon, son of David
• Third king of united Israel
• Builder of the First Temple
• Paragon of wisdom

For compound words: Not a compound word but a transliteration of Hebrew name

Translation Options:

• “Solomon” – Standard transliteration
• “Peaceful One” – Etymology-based translation
• “The Wise King” – Descriptive translation

E – Exploring Similar Words

• Δαυίδ (David) /daw-eed’/ – his father David See G1138
• Ἰεδιδιά (Jedidiah) /yed-ee-dee-ah’/ – Solomon’s other name See G3041
• Σαλωμών (Salmon) /sal-mone’/ – his ancestor See G4533

R – Reviewing the Word’s Morphology

As a proper noun:

• Case: Nominative, Genitive, Dative, Accusative
• Number: Singular only
• Gender: Masculine
• Declension: Indeclinable in Greek

Examples:

• Nominative: Σολομών (Solomon)
• Genitive: Σολομῶνος/Σολομῶντος (of Solomon)
• Dative: Σολομῶνι (to/for Solomon)
• Accusative: Σολομῶνα (Solomon as object)

S – Studying Lexicon Insights

BDAG emphasizes his role in NT typology. Thayer’s notes the variations in Greek forms. LSJ provides historical context. Vine’s highlights NT references to his wisdom. Strong’s connects to Hebrew origins. Moulton and Milligan document Hellenistic usage. LEH notes Septuagint translation choices.

T – Tracing the Scriptures

First appearance:
“And Jesse begat David the king; and David the king begat Solomon [Σολομών] of her that had been the wife of Urias;” Matthew 1:6

Additional References:
Matthew 6:29
Matthew 12:42
Luke 11:31
Luke 12:27
John 10:23
Acts 7:47

A – Analyzing Classical Usage

Author: Work	Text
Josephus: Antiquities	“Solomon [Σολομών] built the temple with unparalleled magnificence.”
Philo: On Dreams	“Solomon [Σολομών] received wisdom as God’s greatest gift.”
Herodotus: Histories	“The wealth of Solomon [Σολομών] was known even to distant lands.”

N – Noteworthy Summary

Σολομών powerfully illustrates how all human wisdom and glory finds its fulfillment in Christ. While Solomon represented the pinnacle of human wisdom and achievement, Jesus declares Himself “greater than Solomon,” promoting the Gospel by showing that true wisdom and glory are found in Christ alone.

D – Did You Know?

1. The Greek form shows variation between Σολομών and Σαλωμών in ancient manuscripts.
2. Early Christian architects often referenced Solomon’s temple specifications.
3. Byzantine emperors sometimes styled themselves as “new Solomons.”

Strong’s G4672: A proper noun naming Israel’s wisest king, son of David. In NT usage, serves as reference point for divine wisdom and glory, while emphasizing Christ’s superiority. Represents both the height of human achievement and its ultimate fulfillment in Christ.

Part of speech: Noun (Proper)

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