Shimei

Shimei was a Levite appointed as an overseer of the contributions brought to the temple during Hezekiah's reign.

The name Shimei means “Shimi, that hears or obeys; my reputation; my fame”

MaleDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book2 verses

Summary

A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2 Chronicles 31:12; only referred to as Shimei (שִׁמְעִי); a brother of Conaniah.

Glossary entries

Shimei

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Siblings

Conaniah

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Mentions

  1. And they faithfully brought in the contributions, tithes, and dedicated gifts. Conaniah the Levite was the officer in charge of them, and his brother Shimei was second.
  2. Jehiel, Azaziah, Nahath, Asahel, Jerimoth, Jozabad, Eliel, Ismachiah, Mahath, and Benaiah were overseers under the authority of Conaniah and his brother Shimei, by appointment of King Hezekiah and of Azariah the chief official of the house of God.