Lexicon Shimah: Shimah Original Word: שִׁמְאָה Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Shimah Perhaps for Shim'ah; Shimah, an Israelite -- Shimah. Compare Shim'am. see HEBREW Shim'ah see HEBREW Shim'am NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition a Benjamite, same as NH8043 NASB Translation Shimeah (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs שִׁמְאָה proper name, masculine in Benjamin 1 Chronicles 8:32 Σεμαα, Σαμαα, etc., = following. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root שָׁמַע (shama), meaning "to hear" or "to listen."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Greek entries for the Hebrew name Shimah, as it is a specific proper noun unique to the Hebrew genealogical context. However, the concept of "fame" or "renown" can be related to Greek terms such as δόξα (doxa), meaning "glory" or "honor," which captures a similar essence in terms of reputation and recognition. Usage: The name Shimah appears in the context of genealogies within the Hebrew Bible. It is used to identify a specific individual within the lineage of a prominent family. Context: Shimah is mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin. Specifically, Shimah is listed as one of the sons of Elpaal, a descendant of Benjamin. This reference is found in 1 Chronicles 8:13, where the lineage of Benjamin is detailed, highlighting the familial connections and the heritage of the tribe. The mention of Shimah, along with his brothers, underscores the importance of family lineage and tribal identity in the biblical narrative. The genealogies serve to establish historical and theological continuity, linking the past with the present for the people of Israel. The name Shimah, meaning "fame" or "renown," may reflect the aspirations or characteristics attributed to this individual or his family. Forms and Transliterations שִׁמְאָ֑ה שמאה shimAh šim’āh šim·’āhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 8:32 HEB: הוֹלִ֣יד אֶת־ שִׁמְאָ֑ה וְאַף־ הֵ֗מָּה NAS: became the father of Shimeah. And they also KJV: begat Shimeah. And these also INT: Mikloth became of Shimeah also like 1 Occurrence |
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