Pronunciation: [ˈavʃɒləm] (IPA) 
The spelling of the Hebrew name "Avsholom" can be a bit confusing. The first letter, "aleph," is silent and therefore not pronounced. The second letter, "vet," is pronounced as a "v" sound. The third letter, "shin," is pronounced as an "sh" sound. The fourth letter, "lamed," is pronounced as an "l" sound. The final letter, "mem," is pronounced as an "m" sound. In IPA phonetic transcription, "Avsholom" would be pronounced as /avʃolom/.
Avsholom, also spelled Absalom, is a proper noun of Hebrew origin with biblical significance. In the Hebrew Bible, Avsholom appears as the third son of King David and Maacah, who was the daughter of Talmai, the king of Geshur. Avsholom became known for his exceptional beauty and his notable long hair, which became a symbol of his pride and vanity.
The story of Avsholom is documented in the Second Book of Samuel within the biblical text. He is depicted as a crafty and ambitious figure who eventually rebelled against his father, King David, with the intention of seizing the throne for himself. Avsholom's rebellion led to a great civil war and ultimately culminated in his tragic death during a battle.
Due to the biblical narrative of Avsholom's rebellion and its consequences, the name has, over time, become associated with traits such as vanity, pride, and a lust for power. It has been adopted as a literary and cultural reference to describe individuals who possess these characteristics, or those who engage in acts of rebellion against authority.
The word "Avsholom" is of Hebrew origin. It is a variant spelling of the Hebrew name Avshalom (אַבְשָׁלוֹם). The etymology of Avshalom can be broken down as follows:
- The first part "Av" (אָב) means "father" in Hebrew.
- The second part "shalom" (שָׁלוֹם) means "peace" in Hebrew.
Therefore, Avshalom can be translated as "father of peace" or "peaceful father" in English. It is a compound name composed of two Hebrew words that carry positive and meaningful connotations.
