Bible Dictionary

Simri

People & Groups • Old Testament

Simri, properly Shimri, was a Merarite Levite appointed as a gatekeeper in the days of David.

Definition

Simri, properly Shimri, was a vigilant or watchful Merarite Levite, the son of Hosah, who served in the time of David.

Simri is named among the Levites appointed in connection with the gatekeeping service.

He belonged to the family of Merari.

1 Chronicles 26:10

Easton's Bible Dictionary

Watchman, a Levite of the family of Merari (1 Chr. 26:10).

Smith's Bible Dictionary

(vigilant), properly Shimri, son of Hosah, a Merarite Levite in the reign of David. (1 Chronicles 26:10)

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)

<p>sim'-ri.</p><p>See SHIMRI.</p>