Simeon

/ˈsɪmiən/ noun

Definition

A biblical name (also Simeon or Simon) referring to a righteous man who recognized Jesus as the Messiah, or used as a given name.

Etymology

From Hebrew 'Shimeon' or 'Shim'on,' possibly meaning 'he has heard' or 'God has heard.' The name appears in religious texts and has been used throughout Christian and Jewish history.

Kelly Says

Simeon the righteous recognized baby Jesus in the temple—his story teaches about spiritual insight, and the name has been so beloved that it's been used for nearly 2,000 years across different cultures.

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