Metaphysical meaning of Shimri (mbd)
Shimri (in A. V., I Chron. 26:10, Simri), shim-ri (Heb.)--standing erect; watchful; observing; vigilant; Jah is watcher; keeping of the Lord; Jah keeps vigil.
a A prince or head of a family of Simeonites (I Chron. 4:37). b Father of Jediael, one of David's mighty men who belonged to his guard, or council (I Chron. 11:45). c "Chief" son of Hosah of the Merari Levites (I Chron. 26:10). d Son of Elizaphan of the Levites (II Chron. 29:13).
Meta. A degree of awakening to the fact that the Spirit of the Christ is ever vigilant in keeping watch in our consciousness, to our eternal protection and good (Jah keeps vigil)."He that keepeth thee will not slumber.Behold, he that keepeth IsraelWill neither slumber nor sleep.Jehovah is thy keeper" (Psalms 121:3).
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