Meshullam מְשֻׁלָּם

Who is Meshullam in the Bible?

Meshullam was a priest and head of the priestly family of Ginnethon during the high priesthood of Joiakim in post-exilic Judah, as recorded in Nehemiah 12:16. Joiakim was the son of Jeshua, the high priest who had returned from Babylonian exile with Zerubbabel, placing Meshullam's service during the restoration of Jerusalem following the exile. As the family head, Meshullam held significant responsibility for overseeing the priestly duties and religious responsibilities of the Ginnethon family. His mention in the official registry of priests demonstrates his important role in the re-established temple worship and the spiritual leadership of restored Judah.