Shimrath שִׁמְרָת

Male Tribe of Benjamin H8119 1 book

Benjamite descendant of Shimei, son of Elpaal.

Who is Shimrath in the Bible?

Shimrath was a Benjamite descendant of Shimei, the son of Elpaal, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:21 as part of the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin. He appears in a lineage that traces the family connections of Benjamite families, particularly those associated with Jerusalem during the biblical period. Beyond his name and place in this genealogy, no other biographical details or significant events involving Shimrath are recorded in Scripture. His mention serves primarily to document the tribal ancestry and family structure of Benjamin, contributing to the historical record of Israel's twelve tribes.

Biography

Shimrath is mentioned in 1Ch.8.21 as part of the genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin. He is listed as a descendant of Shimei, who was the son of Elpaal. This genealogy traces the lineage of several Benjamite families, particularly those who lived in Jerusalem. Apart from being mentioned in this genealogical record, no other details about Shimrath's life or role within the tribe are provided in the Bible.

Family

In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 8:21

    "Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath were the sons of Shimei."

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script
Named Hebrew שִׁמְרָת
Encyclopedia Article

Shimrath

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

the Septuagint): There are four Hebrews mentioned in the Bible who bear this name:

(1) A Simeonite, a son of Shemaiah and father of Jedaiah, a chief of his tribe (<ref osisRef="