Overview
Sallu was a member of the tribe of Benjamin who is mentioned in the genealogical records of those who returned from Babylonian exile and resettled in Jerusalem. He held a position of responsibility among the inhabitants of the city, serving as one of the leaders of his people during the restoration period under Ezra and Nehemiah.
Key Scriptures
"And of the Benjaminites: Sallu the son of Meshullam, son of Hodaviah, son of Hassenuah" (1 Chronicles 9:7, ESV).
"And Sallu the son of Meshullam, son of Joed, son of Pedaiah, son of Kolaiah, son of Maaseiah, son of Ithiel, son of Jeshaiah" (Nehemiah 11:7, ESV).
Application
Sallu's example reminds us that God uses ordinary believers in positions of local leadership to rebuild and strengthen His people, encouraging us to faithfully serve in whatever role the Lord assigns us.