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= Shelomith = Shelomith was a female biblical figure featured in the 3rd book of the Old Testament, otherwise known as Leviticus.

Shelomith In Leviticus
Shelomith was the only woman to be mentioned in Leviticus, more specifically Leviticus 24:11. The son of Shelomith was stoned to death by a congregation for during a fight with another Israelite, used blasphemy, meaning insulting or speaking ill of God.This ruling came from Moses himself, as anyone using blasphemy was subject to be killed.

Shelomith In Literature
Wilda Gafney's "Womanist Midrash: A Reintroduction to the Women of the Torah and the Throne  ''

In Wilda Gafney's Novel "Womanist Midrash: A Reintroduction to the Women of the Torah and the Throne  '' Shelomith is one featured woman. Gafney presents Shelomith’s story from a womanist point of view. And she addresses Shelomith’s identity as a topic of discussion. Shelomith's identity is presented in ways including a woman from the tribe of Dan, the only woman named in the book of Leviticus, mother, and possible victim. Another heavy topic of discussion in the Gafney novel is the possible sexual violence against Shelomith that is instituted by her scandal involved impregnation.