Shimei was a Levite who belonged to the family of Ladan, also known as Libni (1 Ch. 6:42; 23:9). He lived during the reign of King David and is mentioned in the genealogies of the Levites. In1 Chronicles 23:9, Shimei is listed along with his brothers Shelomoth and Haziel as heads of their fathers' households. As Levites, they would have had responsibilities related to the service of the tabernacle or temple, although their specific duties are not detailed in the text.
Shimei
JehielEnglishA man from the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.6.39.