Shimri is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, whose name means "vigilant" or "watchful." He appears in several genealogical records, highlighting his role within the tribes of Israel. The name Shimri is associated with different individuals across various contexts, reflecting the commonality of the name in ancient Israelite culture.

1. Shimri, the Simeonite: In 1 Chronicles 4:37, Shimri is listed as a descendant of Shimei, a member of the tribe of Simeon. This genealogy underscores the importance of family lineage and tribal affiliation in Israelite society. The passage reads: "Ziza son of Shiphi, son of Allon, son of Jedaiah, son of Shimri, son of Shemaiah."

2. Shimri, the Father of Jediael: Another Shimri is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 11:45 as the father of Jediael, one of David's mighty warriors. This reference highlights the valor and military prowess associated with Shimri's lineage. The text states: "Jediael son of Shimri and Joha his brother, the Tizite."

3. Shimri, the Levite: In 1 Chronicles 26:10, Shimri is identified as a Levite, specifically from the family of Merari. Although he was not the firstborn, he was appointed by his father Hosah as the chief, indicating a position of leadership and responsibility within the Levitical order. The verse reads: "Hosah the Merarite had sons: Shimri the first (although he was not the firstborn, his father had appointed him the first)."

The various mentions of Shimri across these genealogies and records reflect the multifaceted roles individuals played within the tribal and religious structures of ancient Israel. Whether as a member of the tribe of Simeon, the father of a warrior, or a leader among the Levites, Shimri's name is woven into the fabric of Israel's history, illustrating the interconnectedness of family, faith, and duty.Shimri

thorn; dregs

Shimri

(vigilant).

1. A Simeonite son of Shemaiah. (1 Chronicles 4:37) (B.C. after 1450.)
2. The father of Jediael, one of David's guard. (1 Chronicles 11:45) (B.C. before 1043.)
3. A Kohathite Levite in the reign of Hezekiah. (2 Chronicles 29:13) (B.C. 726.)

Watchman.

(1.) A Simeonite (1 Chronicles 4:37).

(2.) The father of one of the "valiant men" of David's armies (1 Chronicles 11:45).

(3.) Assisted at the purification of the temple in the time of Hezekiah (2 Chronicles 29:13).

SHIMRI

shim'-ri (shimri; various forms in 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 (1 Chronicles 4:37).

(2) The father of Jediael, a bodyguard of King David (1 Chronicles 11:45).

(3) A son of Hosah, a Levite. He was appointed by David to be doorkeeper in the house of the Lord. He was made chief of the tribe, although not the firstborn of his family (1 Chronicles 26:10).

(4) One of the sons of Elizaphan, a Levite. He assisted in purifying the temple in the time of Hezekiah (2 Chronicles 29:13).

S. L. Umbach

8113. Shimri -- four Israelites
... 8112, 8113. Shimri. 8114 . four Israelites. Transliteration: Shimri Phonetic
Spelling: (shim-ree') Short Definition: Shimri. ... NASB Word Usage Shimri (4). Shimri ...
/hebrew/8113.htm - 6kShimri (4 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. SHIMRI. shim'-ri (shimri... 13). SL Umbach.
Multi-Version Concordance Shimri (4 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles ...
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Jedaiah (13 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary. (1.) Invoker of Jehovah. The son of Shimri, a
chief Simeonite (1 Chronicles 4:37). (2.) One of those who ...
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Ziza (4 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 4:37 and Ziza the son of Shiphi, the son of Allon, the son of Jedaiah,
the son of Shimri, the son of Shemaiah- (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT ...
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Jediael (6 Occurrences)
... NIV). 1 Chronicles 11:45 Jediael the son of Shimri, and Joha his brother,
the Tizite, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). 1 ...
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Joha (2 Occurrences)
... NIV). 1 Chronicles 11:45 Jediael the son of Shimri, and Joha his brother,
the Tizite, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Jeuel (3 Occurrences)
... 2 Chronicles 29:13 and of the sons of Elizaphan, Shimri and Jeuel; and of
the sons of Asaph, Zechariah and Mattaniah; (WEB ASV BBE). ...
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Jeu'el (3 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). 2 Chronicles 29:13 And of the sons of Elizaphan, Shimri and Jeuel;
and of the sons of Asaph, Zechariah and Mattaniah; (See RSV). ...
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Jedi'a-el (5 Occurrences)
... and Ahishahar. (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 11:45 Jediael the son of Shimri,
and Joha his brother, the Tizite; (See RSV). 1 Chronicles ...
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Jedai'ah (13 Occurrences)
... Jedai'ah (13 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 4:37 and Ziza the son of Shiphi, the son
of Allon, the son of Jedaiah, the son of Shimri, the son of Shemaiah; (See RSV) ...
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Jeiel (13 Occurrences)
... 2 Chronicles 29:13 And of the sons of Elizaphan; Shimri, and Jeiel: and of the sons
of Asaph; Zechariah, and Mattaniah: (KJV JPS DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
/j/jeiel.htm - 13k

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