The story of Shimron
Shimron was a biblical figure mentioned in the Book of Numbers. He was the son of Simeon and the grandson of Jacob. He was the brother of Ishmael, Zimri, and Jamin. Shimron is best known for being one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. He was one of the two spies who reported back to Moses with a negative report, saying that the land was too difficult to conquer. This led to the Israelites being punished by God and wandering in the wilderness for forty years. Shimron is also known for being the ancestor of the Shimronites, a tribe of Israelites. He is remembered for his faithfulness to God and his willingness to obey God's commands, even when it was difficult.
Name meaning
The name "Shimron" has Hebrew origins and is found in the Bible. In Hebrew, Shimron (שִׁמְרוֹן) is derived from a root that means "to watch" or "to guard." In the biblical context, Shimron is one of the sons of Issachar, a patriarch of one of the tribes of Israel, and the name is also associated with a city of the same name. As with many biblical names, it carries historical and cultural significance within the Judeo-Christian tradition.
Name origin
Hebrew
First mention
Genesis 46:13
Appearances in the Bible
6 mentions
In Hebrew
שמרון