Metaphysical meaning of Semein (mbd)
Semein (A. V., Semei), sem'-e-in (Gk. fr. Heb.)--heard distinctly; understood; hearkening, obeying; reported; reputed; famed; distinguished.
Father of Mattathias, and son of Josech, in the genealogy of Jesus Christ (Luke 3:26).
Meta. The understanding that attention and obedience to Spirit increase one's power of spiritual perception and discrimination, and truly exalt and ennoble the character (heard distinctly, understood, hearkening, obeying, famed).
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Preceding Entry: Semachiah
Following Entry: Senaah