Simeon (niger)
TextsWhat is the meaning of Simeon (niger) in the Bible?
The King James Version renders the name as Simeon in Acts 13:1, while the Revised Version uses the spelling Symeon.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing the variant spelling Symeon helps readers understand textual differences between major English Bible translations and manuscript traditions.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Simeon (niger) functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Simeon (niger) in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Simeon (niger) clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Acts 13:1
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Simeon (niger)." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/simeon-niger/