People of the Bible · Tribe of Levi

Shimei, son of Gershon

The name Shimei means “Shimi, that hears or obeys; my reputation; my fame.” Shimei is mentioned in 7 verses of the Bible, first in Exodus 6:17. Also called Shimi.

Family of Shimei

Key verses about Shimei

  • Exodus 6:17

    The sons of Gershon; Libni, and Shimi, according to their families.

  • Numbers 3:18

    And these are the names of the sons of Gershon by their families; Libni, and Shimei.

  • 1 Chronicles 6:17

    And these be the names of the sons of Gershom; Libni, and Shimei.

  • 1 Chronicles 23:7

    Of the Gershonites were, Laadan, and Shimei.

  • 1 Chronicles 23:10

    And the sons of Shimei were, Jahath, Zina, and Jeush, and Beriah. These four were the sons of Shimei.

  • Zechariah 12:13

    The family of the house of Levi apart, and their wives apart; the family of Shimei apart, and their wives apart;

All 7 verses mentioning Shimei

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