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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Salmai</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/s/salmai.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/ezra/2-46.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/s/salmai.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Salmai</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/naves/s/salma--son_of_caleb.htm" title="Salma: Son of Caleb">◄</a> Salmai <a href="/topical/s/salmanasar.htm" title="Salmanasar">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Salmai is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of the post-exilic period of Israel's history. He is identified as one of the heads of the families of the Nethinim, a group of temple servants who returned from the Babylonian exile with Zerubbabel. The Nethinim were assigned to assist the Levites in the service of the temple, and their role was crucial in the restoration of worship practices in Jerusalem.<br><br><b>Biblical References:</b><br><br>1. <b><a href="/ezra/2-46.htm">Ezra 2:46</a> :</b> "The descendants of Hagab, the descendants of Salmai, the descendants of Hanan." This verse lists Salmai among the families of the Nethinim who returned to Jerusalem. The mention of Salmai here underscores the importance of the Nethinim in the reestablishment of the temple services after the return from exile.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/nehemiah/7-48.htm">Nehemiah 7:48</a> :</b> "The descendants of Lebanah, the descendants of Hagabah, the descendants of Salmai." This passage parallels the account in Ezra, reaffirming the presence of Salmai's descendants among those who returned to help rebuild the community and religious life in Jerusalem.<br><br><b>Historical and Cultural Context:</b><br><br>The Nethinim, including the family of Salmai, played a significant role in the religious life of post-exilic Israel. Their service was vital for the functioning of the temple, as they performed various duties that supported the Levites and priests. The return of the Nethinim, as recorded in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah, highlights the collective effort to restore the worship of Yahweh in Jerusalem after the Babylonian captivity.<br><br>The inclusion of Salmai's family in the genealogical records of Ezra and Nehemiah indicates the importance of maintaining a detailed account of those who participated in the restoration efforts. This meticulous record-keeping reflects the value placed on heritage and continuity within the Israelite community, emphasizing the fulfillment of God's promises to restore His people.<br><br><b>Theological Significance:</b><br><br>From a theological perspective, the mention of Salmai and the Nethinim underscores the theme of restoration and faithfulness. The return from exile and the rebuilding of the temple symbolize God's enduring covenant with Israel and His commitment to His people. The participation of the Nethinim, including Salmai's descendants, in this process illustrates the inclusive nature of God's plan, where every member of the community, regardless of their specific role, contributes to the greater purpose of worship and service to God.<br><br>Salmai's inclusion in the biblical narrative serves as a reminder of the diverse ways in which individuals and families can serve in God's kingdom. It highlights the importance of every role within the community of faith, encouraging believers to recognize and fulfill their unique callings in service to God and His people.<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">SALMAI</span><p>sal'-mi, sal'-ma-i (salmay; the King James Version, Shalmai (the King James Version in <a href="/nehemiah/7-48.htm">Nehemiah 7:48</a> is "Shalmai" = <a href="/ezra/2-46.htm">Ezra 2:46</a>); the Revised Version (British and American) "Salmai"): The eponym of a family of Nethinim, called "Shamlai" in <a href="/ezra/2-46.htm">Ezra 2:46</a> (Qere, shamlay, Kethibh, shalmay, followed by the King James Version text, "Shalmai"; Codex Vaticanus Samaan; Codex Alexandrinus Selami; <a href="/nehemiah/7-48.htm">Nehemiah 7:48</a>, Codex Vaticanus Salemei; Codex Alexandrinus Selmei; Codex Sinaiticus Samaei). The name suggests a foreign reign. In 1 Esdras 5:30 the corresponding name is "Subai."<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/8014.htm"><span class="l">8014. Salmay -- head of a postexilic family</span></a><br><b>...</b> 2). Shalmai. From salmah; clothed; <b>Salmai</b>, an Israelite -- Shalmai. see HEBREW<br> salmah. 8013, 8014. Salmay. 8015 . Strong's Numbers. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/8014.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/s/salmai.htm"><span class="l"><b>Salmai</b> (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia <b>SALMAI</b>. <b>...</b> In 1 Esdras 5:30 the corresponding name<br> is "Subai.". Multi-Version Concordance <b>Salmai</b> (2 Occurrences). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/salmai.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/salma.htm"><span class="l">Salma (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/salma.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/l/leba'na.htm"><span class="l">Leba'na (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Leba'na (1 Occurrence). Nehemiah 7:48 the children of Lebanah, the children of Hagaba,<br> the children of <b>Salmai</b>; (See RSV). Lebana, Leba'na. Lebanah . <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/l/leba'na.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/l/lebana.htm"><span class="l">Lebana (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Lebana (1 Occurrence). Nehemiah 7:48 the children of Lebana, the children of Hagaba,<br> the children of <b>Salmai</b>, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/l/lebana.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/l/lebanah.htm"><span class="l">Lebanah (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). Nehemiah 7:48 the children of Lebana, the<br> children of Hagaba, the children of <b>Salmai</b>, (See JPS YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/l/lebanah.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/salmanasar.htm"><span class="l">Salmanasar</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/salmanasar.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/subai.htm"><span class="l">Subai</span></a><br><b>...</b> su'-ba-i, su'-bi (Subaei): Name of a family of temple-servants who returned with<br> Zerubbabel (1 Esdras 5:30) = "Shamlai" of Ezra 2:46; "<b>Salmai</b>" of Nehemiah 7:48 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/subai.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/shalmai.htm"><span class="l">Shalmai (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> SHALMAI. shal'-mi, shal'-ma-i: the King James Version form in Ezra 2:46 for "Shamlai";<br> Nehemiah 7:48 "<b>Salmai</b>" (which see). Multi-Version Concordance <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/shalmai.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/h/hag'aba.htm"><span class="l">Hag'aba (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Hag'aba (1 Occurrence). Nehemiah 7:48 the children of Lebanah, the children of Hagaba,<br> the children of <b>Salmai</b>; (See RSV). Hagaba, Hag'aba. Hagabah . <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/h/hag'aba.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/h/hagaba.htm"><span class="l">Hagaba (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Hagaba (1 Occurrence). Nehemiah 7:48 the children of Lebana, the children of Hagaba,<br> the children of <b>Salmai</b>, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/h/hagaba.htm - 6k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Salmai (2 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/ezra/2-46.htm">Ezra 2:46</a></span><br />the children of Hagab, the children of Shamlai, the children of Hanan, <br /><span class="source">(See JPS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/nehemiah/7-48.htm">Nehemiah 7:48</a></span><br />the children of Lebana, the children of Hagaba, the children of <span class="boldtext">Salmai</span>,<br /><span class="source">(WEB JPS ASV BBE DBY)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/s/salmai.htm">Salmai</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/salmon.htm">Salmon (7 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/salmai.htm">Salmai (2 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/naves/s/salma--son_of_caleb.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Salma: Son of Caleb"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Salma: Son of Caleb" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/s/salmanasar.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Salmanasar"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Salmanasar" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>