Shimei שִׁמְעִי
Levite of the family of Ladan during David's reign.
Who is Shimei in the Bible?
Shimei was a Levite of the family of Ladan, also called Libni, who served during King David's reign (1 Chronicles 6:42; 23:9). He is listed in the genealogies of the Levites alongside his brothers Shelomoth and Haziel, all three serving as heads of their fathers' households. As a Levite during David's era, Shimei would have held responsibilities related to the service of the tabernacle or temple, though the biblical text does not specify his particular duties. His significance lies primarily in the genealogical record of the Levitical families who maintained Israel's worship and religious life during the united monarchy.
Biography
Shimei was a Levite who belonged to the family of Ladan, also known as Libni (1 Ch. 6:42; 23:9). He lived during the reign of King David and is mentioned in the genealogies of the Levites. In 1Ch.23.9, Shimei is listed along with his brothers Shelomoth and Haziel as heads of their fathers' households. As Levites, they would have had responsibilities related to the service of the tabernacle or temple, although their specific duties are not detailed in the text.
Family
Offspring
- Zimmah Tribe of LeviSon of ShimeiLevite, son of Shimei, descendant of GershonView full profile →
- Shelomoth Tribe of LeviSon of ShimeiLevite descendants of ShimeiView full profile →
- Haziel Tribe of LeviSon of ShimeiA Levite of the family of Shimei.View full profile →
- Haran Tribe of LeviSon of ShimeiA Levite of the Shimei clan during David's reign.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 6:42
"the son of Ethan, the son of Zimmah, the son of Shimei,"
- 1 Chronicles 23:9
"The sons of Shimei: Shelomoth, Haziel, and Haran—three in all. These were the heads of the families of Ladan."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | שִׁמְעִי | Shimi , the name of twenty Israelites |