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Simeon

Simeon

14 8.4
The second son of Jacob and Leah who became the founder of one of Israel's twelve tribes
  • proper noun
  • /ˈsɪmiən/
translation icon : Simeón
  • Welcome to San Simeon.

Examples

  • I've shown the journals to Father Simeon.

    Angels & Demons (2009)

  • In Jerusalem, at the very same time, there was a man, Simeon by name.

    A Christmas Snow (2010)

  • In July and August, things get pretty exciting in San Simeon.

    Academic text (2009)

  • When he returned from his journey, Simeon realized that he truly had wonderful gifts to offer.

    Academic text (2008)

  • "I want to teach younger kids and expand my skills," said Simeon.

    Academic text (2006)

  • Inform your commanding officer that Simeon Weisz is here to meet him.

    Lord of War (2005)

  • The main character, Simeon, was a humble musician in love with a beautiful lady of noble birth named Sorrel.

    Academic text (2008)

  • Goodbye, Simeon.

    Doctor Zhivago (1965)

  • There were my ten brothers: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah.

    Joseph (1995)

  • In Jerusalem, at the very same time, there was a man, Simeon by name.

Compounds

Canticle of Simeon
  • Literature
9.9

A prayer by Simeon in the Bible expressing thanks and peace

Surface Forms

Simeon main

Etymology

Simeon comes from the old Hebrew word shama', which means 'to hear', and in the Bible Leah named him because she felt God had heard her. So the name Simeon means 'heard', and the same name appears in English as Simon.