Bible Dictionary
Shimeam
Shimeam was a descendant of Jehiel, the founder or chief of Gibeon. He is also called Shimeah in another genealogical passage.
Definition
Shimeam was a descendant of Jehiel, identified as the founder or prince of Gibeon. He is also called Shimeah in another genealogical passage.
Biblical Usage
Shimeam appears in the genealogy of those connected with Gibeon. The biblical record supplies no further role or narrative concerning him.
Historical Background
The variation between Shimeam and Shimeah reflects the forms preserved in different genealogical passages.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(their fame), a descendant of Jehiel, the founder or prince of Gibeon. (1 Chronicles 9:38) Called Shimeah in (1 Chronicles 8:32)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>shim'-e-am.</p><p>See SHIMEAH.</p>