Bible Person

Shimei

Meaning: Shimi · Male · 1 cross reference

This Shimei entry refers to one of Heman's sons in 2 Chronicles 29:14, not to the Reubenite ancestor, the Gershonite, the vineyard overseer, or the post-exilic namesakes. He belongs to the worship renewal of Judah under Hezekiah. First appears in 2 Chr 29:14.1

AI summary: This Shimei matters because his single cross reference places him among the Levites who assist in purifying the temple. The entry helps show that reform was carried out through named families and willing servants. Taken together, the material presents this Shimei as a participant in Judah's liturgical renewal.1

Central Figure

Shimei

Meaning: Shimi

One of the sons of Heman, who assisted in the purification of the temple (2 Chr.