Brief Overview of Σαλμών (Strong’s G4533: Salmōn)

Strong’s G4533: From Hebrew שַׂלְמָה (Salmah), meaning “clothed” or “garment.” A significant figure in Jesus’s genealogy, father of Boaz, representing the link between Israel’s wilderness period and settlement in the Promised Land, highlighting God’s faithful preservation of the messianic line.

U- Unveiling the Word

The name Σαλμών appears in Matthew 1:4 and Luke 3:32 as part of Jesus’s genealogy. This figure bridges the gap between the exodus generation and the settlement in Canaan, marrying Rahab and fathering Boaz. Early church fathers saw in this connection between an Israelite leader and a Gentile convert a prefiguring of Christ’s universal mission. Today, Σαλμών reminds us how God works through both Jews and Gentiles to accomplish His redemptive purposes.

N – Necessary Information

• Greek Word: Σαλμών, Salmōn, /sal-mone’/
• Pronunciation Guide: “sal” (like ‘sal’), “mone” (like ‘moan’)
• Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Etymology:

• From Hebrew שַׂלְמָה (Salmah)
• Root: שׂלם (s-l-m) – garment, clothing
• No Greek prefixes or suffixes
• Transliteration of Hebrew name

D – Defining Meanings

• Clothed one
• Garmented
• Wrapped one
• Protected one

For compound words:
Not a compound word – it’s a transliteration of a Hebrew name

Translation Options:

• “Salmon” – traditional English transliteration
• “Salma” – alternate transliteration
• “Clothed One” – meaning-based translation

E – Exploring Similar Words

• ἱμάτιον (himation) /him-at’-ee-on/ – garment See G2440 – related concept
• περιβάλλω (periballō) /per-ee-bal’-lo/ – to clothe See G4016 – related meaning
• ἔνδυμα (endyma) /en’-doo-mah/ – clothing See G1742 – similar concept

R – Reviewing the Word’s Morphology

Morphological features as a proper noun:

• Indeclinable
• No case changes
• No number changes
• No gender variations

The name remains unchanged in Greek text as it’s a transliteration.

Cross-references:

• Hebrew equivalent: שַׂלְמָה (Salmah)
• Related concept: שַׂלְמָה (salmah) – garment

S – Studying Lexicon Insights

BDAG emphasizes Σαλμών’s place in Jesus’s genealogy. Thayer’s connects him to the Rahab narrative. LSJ notes his historical significance. Vine’s highlights his role in the messianic line. Strong’s traces his Hebrew name meaning. LEH documents his appearance in the Septuagint. Moulton and Milligan show his significance in Jewish genealogical records.

T – Tracing the Scriptures

First appearance:

Ram was the father of Amminadab, Amminadab the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon the father of Salmon (Matthew 1:4)

Additional References:
Luke 3:32

A – Analyzing Classical Usage

N – Noteworthy Summary

The name Σαλμών demonstrates how King Jesus’s lineage includes both Jews and Gentiles, foreshadowing His universal mission. Through his marriage to Rahab and fathering of Boaz, Salmon represents God’s inclusive grace. This proclaims the good news that in Christ, God brings together people from all backgrounds into His family.

D – Did You Know?

1. Salmon lived during the conquest and settlement of Canaan.
2. His marriage to Rahab made him great-grandfather to King David.
3. Early Christian writers saw his name’s meaning (“clothed”) as symbolic of being clothed in righteousness.

Strong’s G4533: From Hebrew שַׂלְמָה (Salmah), meaning “clothed” or “garment.” A significant figure in Jesus’s genealogy, father of Boaz, representing the link between Israel’s wilderness period and settlement in the Promised Land, highlighting God’s faithful preservation of the messianic line.

Part of speech: Proper Noun

Tags: genealogy, Matthew’s Gospel, Luke’s Gospel, Rahab, Boaz, Jewish history, Gentile inclusion, messianic line, conquest generation, David’s ancestry​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​