Zimmah זִמָּה
Levite, son of Shimei, descendant of Gershon
Who is Zimmah in the Bible?
Zimmah was a Levite and descendant of Gershon, one of the three main divisions of the Levitical tribe, mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 6:20 and 6:42. He was the son of Shimei and belonged to the lineage of Gershonites, who held important responsibilities in Israel's worship life. The Gershonites were tasked with caring for and transporting the tabernacle's curtains, coverings, and related sacred items during Israel's wilderness wanderings and later served in the temple during King David's era. Though Zimmah appears only in genealogical records with no narrative about his individual deeds, his inclusion in these lists reflects the biblical emphasis on preserving the Levitical lineage and honoring those set apart for God's service in ancient Israel.
Biography
Zimmah was a Levite mentioned in the genealogies of the Gershonites in 1 Chronicles 6. He was the son of Shimei and is listed among the descendants of Gershon, one of the three main divisions of the Levites. The Gershonites were responsible for the care and transportation of the tabernacle curtains, coverings, and related items during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings. In the organization of the Levitical duties during the time of King David, the Gershonites were given specific roles in the service of the tabernacle and, later, the temple. The mention of Zimmah in the genealogical record highlights the importance of the Levitical lineage and their assigned duties in maintaining the worship practices of ancient Israel. However, no further details are provided about Zimmah's specific role or contributions within the Gershonite clan.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 6:20
"Of Gershom: Libni his son, Jahath his son, Zimmah his son,"
- 1 Chronicles 6:42
"the son of Ethan, the son of Zimmah, the son of Shimei,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | זִמָּה |