Levite living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Shimea was a Levite of the family of Merari who served during King David's reign.
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Shimea was a Levite who belonged to the family of Merari (1Ch. 6:30). He is mentioned in the genealogy of the Levites during the time of King David. As a Levite, he would have had duties related to the tabernacle or temple service, although his specific role is not elaborated upon in the text.
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The hearing prayer. (1.) One of David’s sons by Bathsheba (1 Chr. 3:5); called also Shammua (14:4). (2.) A Levite of the family of Merari (1 Chr. 6:30). (3.) Another Levite of the family of Gershon (1 Chr. 6:39). (4.) One of David’s brothers (1 Sam. 16:9, marg.).
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H8092
Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, and Asaiah his son.
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