Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Shimri was a Levite gatekeeper during David's reign and the son of Hosah.
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Also known as Simri
Shimri is mentioned in 1Ch.26.10 as a Levite who served as a gatekeeper during the reign of King David. He is described as the son of Hosah, who was also a gatekeeper. The passage lists the divisions of the gatekeepers and their responsibilities in guarding the entrances to the temple and its courtyards. Although Shimri is not explicitly mentioned as the firstborn, the text notes that his father appointed him as the chief, suggesting that he held a leadership role among the gatekeepers. As a gatekeeper, Shimri would have been responsible for maintaining the security and order of the temple premises.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H8113
Hosah the Merarite also had sons: Shimri the first (although he was not the firstborn, his father had appointed him as the first),
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