1 Chronicles 15:20
1 Chronicles 15:20 in Multiple Translations
Zechariah, Aziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Maaseiah, and Benaiah were to play the harps according to Alamoth.
And Zechariah, and Aziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Unni, and Eliab, and Maaseiah, and Benaiah, with psalteries on Alamoth;
and Zechariah, and Aziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Unni, and Eliab, and Maaseiah, and Benaiah, with psalteries set to Alamoth;
And Zechariah and Aziel and Shemiramoth and Jehiel, Unni and Eliab and Maaseiah and Benaiah, with corded instruments put to Alamoth.
Zechariah, Aziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Maaseiah, and Benaiah were to play harps “according to alamoth,”
And Zechariah, and Aziel, and Shemiramoth, and Iehiel, and Vnni, and Eliab, and Maaseiah, and Benaiah with violes on Alamoth,
and Zechariah, and Aziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jeheil, and Unni, and Eliab, and Maaseiah, and Benaiah, with psalteries besides virgins,
and Zechariah, Aziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Maaseiah, and Benaiah, with stringed instruments set to Alamoth;
And Zechariah, and Aziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Unni, and Eliab, and Maaseiah, and Benaiah, with psalteries on Alamoth;
And Zacharias, and Oziel, and Semiramoth, and Jehiel, and Ani, and Eliab, and Maasias, and Banaias, sung mysteries upon psalteries.
Zechariah, Aziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Maaseiah, and Benaiah played lyres.
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וּ/זְכַרְיָ֨ה
וַ/עֲזִיאֵ֜ל
וּ/שְׁמִֽירָמ֤וֹת
וִֽ/יחִיאֵל֙
וְ/עֻנִּ֣י
וֶֽ/אֱלִיאָ֔ב
וּ/מַעֲשֵׂיָ֖הוּ
וּ/בְנָיָ֑הוּ
בִּ/נְבָלִ֖ים
עַל
עֲלָמֽוֹת
וּ/זְכַרְיָ֨ה
Zᵉkaryâh
H2148
Zechariah
Conj | N-proper
וַ/עֲזִיאֵ֜ל
ʻĂzîyʼêl
H5815
Aziel
Conj | N-proper
וּ/שְׁמִֽירָמ֤וֹת
Shᵉmîyrâmôwth
H8070
Shemiramoth
Conj | N-proper
וִֽ/יחִיאֵל֙
Yᵉchîyʼêl
H3171
Jehiel
Conj | N-proper
וְ/עֻנִּ֣י
ʻUnnîy
H6042
Unni
Conj | N-proper
וֶֽ/אֱלִיאָ֔ב
ʼĔlîyʼâb
H446
Eliab
Conj | N-proper
וּ/מַעֲשֵׂיָ֖הוּ
Maʻăsêyâh
H4641
Maaseiah
Conj | N-proper
וּ/בְנָיָ֑הוּ
Bᵉnâyâh
H1141
Benaiah
Conj | N-proper
בִּ/נְבָלִ֖ים
nebel
H5035
bag
Prep | N-mp
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
עֲלָמֽוֹת
ʻĂlâmôwth
H5961
Alamoth
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 15:20
וּ/זְכַרְיָ֨ה
Zᵉkaryâh
H2148
"Zechariah"
Conj | N-proper
Zechariah means Jehovah remembers, a name given to 29 Israelites, including a prophet and priest who lived during the Exile and Return, as mentioned in Nehemiah 12:35 and Zechariah 1:1.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.35; son of: Jonathan (H3129K); brother of: Shemaiah (H8098V), Azarel (H5832J), Milalai (H4450), Gilalai (H1562), Maai (H4597), Nethanel (H5417P), Judah (H3063K) and Hanani (H2607K) § Zechariah = "Jehovah remembers" 11th in order of the minor prophets; a priest, son of Berechiah and grandson of Iddo, who, along with Haggai, directed the rebuilding of the temple in the days of Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: Zachariah, Zechariah. See also: 2 Kings 14:29; 2 Chronicles 29:1; Isaiah 8:2.
וַ/עֲזִיאֵ֜ל
ʻĂzîyʼêl
H5815
"Aziel"
Conj | N-proper
Aziel was a Levite who lived during the Divided Monarchy period, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 15:18 and 20. His name means whom God comforts, and he is also known as Jaaziel.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.15.18; also called Aziel at 1Ch.15.20; Another name of ya.a.zi.el (יַעֲזִיאֵל "Jaaziel" H3268) § Aziel = "whom God comforts" a Levite; also 'Jaaziel'
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Aziel. Compare H3268 (יַעֲזִיאֵל). See also: 1 Chronicles 15:20.
וּ/שְׁמִֽירָמ֤וֹת
Shᵉmîyrâmôwth
H8070
"Shemiramoth"
Conj | N-proper
Shemiramoth was a Levite musician in King David's choir and another man who lived during King Jehoshaphat's time. Their name means 'name of heights'.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.17.8 § Shemiramoth = "name of heights" 1) a Merarite Levite in the second rank in the choir of David 2) a Levite in the time of king Jehoshaphat of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Shemiramoth. See also: 1 Chronicles 15:18; 1 Chronicles 16:5; 2 Chronicles 17:8.
וִֽ/יחִיאֵל֙
Yᵉchîyʼêl
H3171
"Jehiel"
Conj | N-proper
Jehiel was a common name in the Bible, meaning 'God lives'. It was given to eight different Israelites, including a Levite musician in King David's time and a son of King Jehoshaphat. Each Jehiel played a unique role in biblical history.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.26 § Jehiel = "God lives" 1) a Levite and one of the chief musicians in the time of David 2) a Gershonite Levite who had charge of the treasures in the time of David 3) son of Hachmoni and an officer of David and tutor of David's sons 4) a son of king Jehoshaphat of Judah put to death by his brother Jehoram 5) Hemanite who took part in the restoration of king Hezekiah 6) a Levite and overseer in the time of Hezekiah 7) a ruler of the temple during the reforms of Josiah 8) father of Obadiah of the sons of Joab in the time of Ezra 9) father of Shechaniah of the sons of Elam in the time of Ezra 10) a son of Elam who put away his foreign wife in the time of Ezra 11) a priest of the sons of Harim who also had to put away his foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Jehiel. See also: 1 Chronicles 15:18; 2 Chronicles 29:14; Ezra 10:26.
וְ/עֻנִּ֣י
ʻUnnîy
H6042
"Unni"
Conj | N-proper
Unni was a Levite who lived during the time of King David and later during the return from exile in Babylon, serving as a doorkeeper and playing a role in sacred offices.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.9 § Unni = "afflicted" 1) a Levite doorkeeper in the time of David 2) a Levite concerned in the sacred office after the return from exile in Babylon
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Unni. See also: 1 Chronicles 15:18; 1 Chronicles 15:20; Nehemiah 12:9.
וֶֽ/אֱלִיאָ֔ב
ʼĔlîyʼâb
H446
"Eliab"
Conj | N-proper
Eliab was a common name in the Bible, including a leader of Zebulun and a brother of David, as mentioned in 1 Samuel 16:6 and Numbers 1:9.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.1.1; son of: Tohu (H8459); father of: Jeroham (H3395); also called Eliab at 1Ch.6.27; Eliel at 1Ch.6.34; Another name of e.li.hu (אֱלִיהוּ "Elihu" H0453G) § Eliab = "my God is father" or "God is father" 1) son of Helon, leader of Zebulun in the wilderness 2) a Reubenite chief, father of Dathan and Abiram 3) David's oldest brother 4) a Levite musician 5) a Gadite warrior for David 6) a Kohathite
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: Eliab. See also: Numbers 1:9; 1 Samuel 16:6; 2 Chronicles 11:18.
וּ/מַעֲשֵׂיָ֖הוּ
Maʻăsêyâh
H4641
"Maaseiah"
Conj | N-proper
Maaseiah means work of Jehovah, a name given to 16 Israelites, including a descendant of Jeshua in Ezra's time. It symbolizes God's action in their lives. Maaseiah is mentioned in Jeremiah 35:4.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.35.4; son of: Shallum (H7967S) § Maaseiah = "work of Jehovah" 1) a descendant of Jeshua who had taken a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 2) a priest of the sons of Harim who had taken a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 3) a priest of the sons of Pashur who had taken a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 4) a descendant of Pahath-moab who had taken a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 5) father of Azariah 6) one who stood on the right hand of Ezra when he read the law to the people 7) a Levite who assisted when Ezra read the law to the people 8) one of the heads of the people whose descendants signed the covenant with Nehemiah 9) a Benjamite ancestor of Sallu 10) a priest who took part in the musical service at the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem under Ezra 11) another priest who took part in the musical service at the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem under Ezra 12) father of Zephaniah the prophet in the reign of Zedekiah 13) father of Zedekiah the false prophet in the time of Jeremiah 14) a Levite of the 2nd rank who David appointed to sound with psalteries on Alamoth 15) son of Adaiah and one of the captains of hundreds in the reign of king Joash of Judah 16) an officer of high rank in the reign of king Uzziah 17) son of king Ahaz of Judah who was killed by Zichri in the invasion of Judah by king Pekah of Israel 18) governor of Jerusalem in the reign of Josiah 19) son of Shallum and a Levite of high rand in the reign of king Jehoiakim of Judah 20) ancestor of Baruch and Seraiah and a priest
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: Maaseiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 15:18; Nehemiah 8:4; Jeremiah 21:1.
וּ/בְנָיָ֑הוּ
Bᵉnâyâh
H1141
"Benaiah"
Conj | N-proper
Benaiah was a strong warrior and leader in the Bible, serving under King David and Solomon. His name means Jehovah has built, indicating God's strength.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezk.11.1; father of: Pelatiah (H6410J) § Benaiah = "Jehovah has built" or "Yahweh has built up" 1) one of David's mighty warriors, son of Jehoiada the chief priest, a Levite, set by David over his bodyguard, later having remained faithful to Solomon during Adonijah's attempt on the crown, was raised into the place of Joab as commander-in-chief of the army 2) the Pirathonite, an Ephraimite, one of David's thirty mighty warriors, and the captain of the eleventh monthly course 3) a Simeonite, a prince of the families of Simeon 4) a Levite in the time of David who played with a psaltery on Alamoth 5) a priest in the time of David, appointed to blow the trumpet before the ark 6) a Levite of the sons of Asaph 7) a Levite in the time of Hezekiah 8) Four Israelites in the time of Ezra who had taken strange wives 9) the father of Pelatiah
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: Benaiah. See also: 2 Samuel 8:18; 1 Chronicles 11:22; Ezekiel 11:13.
בִּ/נְבָלִ֖ים
nebel
H5035
"bag"
Prep | N-mp
A harp is a musical instrument, and this word is also used to describe a skin-bag for liquids or a vase. It is often translated as a psaltery or viol in the Bible.
Definition: 1) a skin-bag, jar, pitcher 1a) skin-bottle, skin 1b) jar, pitcher (earthen)
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: bottle, pitcher, psaltery, vessel, viol. See also: 1 Samuel 1:24; Nehemiah 12:27; Psalms 33:2.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
עֲלָמֽוֹת
ʻĂlâmôwth
H5961
"Alamoth"
N-fp
Alamoth means girls or young women, often referring to a high-pitched voice or soprano in music. It is used in the headings of some psalms in the Bible, indicating the type of voice to use when singing. The term is associated with female voices.
Definition: young women, soprano? a term in psalm heading-Alamoth
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Alamoth. See also: 1 Chronicles 15:20; Psalms 46:1.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 15:20
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- 1 Chronicles 15:20 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 15:20
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 15:20
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 15:20
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 15:20
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 15:20
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 15:20
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 15:20
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 15:20
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 15:20
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 15:20
Context — The Priests and Levites Carry the Ark
18and with them their brothers next in rank: Zechariah, Jaaziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Benaiah, Maaseiah, Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, and the gatekeepers Obed-edom and Jeiel.
19The musicians Heman, Asaph, and Ethan were to sound the bronze cymbals.
20Zechariah, Aziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Maaseiah, and Benaiah were to play the harps according to Alamoth.
21And Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, Obed-edom, Jeiel, and Azaziah were to lead the music with lyres according to Sheminith. 22Chenaniah the head Levite was the director of the music because he was highly skilled.Cross References
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| 1 | Psalms 46:1–11 | God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas, though their waters roar and foam and the mountains quake in the surge. Selah There is a river whose streams delight the city of God, the holy place where the Most High dwells. God is within her; she will not be moved. God will help her when morning dawns. Nations rage, kingdoms crumble; the earth melts when He lifts His voice. The LORD of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah Come, see the works of the LORD, who brings devastation upon the earth. He makes wars to cease throughout the earth; He breaks the bow and shatters the spear; He burns the shields in the fire. “Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted over the earth.” The LORD of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah |
1 Chronicles 15:20 Summary
In 1 Chronicles 15:20, we see a group of musicians playing the harps according to Alamoth, which is a way of expressing praise and worship to God. This verse reminds us that music is an important part of our worship, just like it was for the Israelites, as seen in Psalms 100:1-5. We can learn from this example and make music a part of our own worship, whether it's singing, playing an instrument, or simply listening to music that glorifies God (Psalms 92:1-3). By doing so, we can express our love and adoration for God, just like the musicians in 1 Chronicles 15:20.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of playing the harps according to Alamoth in 1 Chronicles 15:20?
Playing the harps according to Alamoth is a way of expressing praise and worship to God, as seen in other scriptures like Psalms 46:1, which mentions the Alamoth, a musical term that may refer to a high-pitched sound or a specific melody.
Who were the musicians mentioned in 1 Chronicles 15:20 and what was their role?
The musicians mentioned in 1 Chronicles 15:20, such as Zechariah, Aziel, and Shemiramoth, were to play the harps according to Alamoth, indicating their specific role in the worship service, similar to the musicians mentioned in 1 Chronicles 15:19 who were to sound the bronze cymbals.
What can we learn about the importance of music in worship from 1 Chronicles 15:20?
This verse highlights the importance of music in worship, as it is a way to express praise and adoration to God, as seen in other scriptures like Psalms 100:1-5, which encourages believers to make a joyful noise unto the Lord.
How does 1 Chronicles 15:20 relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse is part of a larger description of the worship service in 1 Chronicles 15, where David and the Levites are preparing to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, and the music plays a significant role in the procession and celebration, as seen in 1 Chronicles 15:16-24.
Reflection Questions
- What role does music play in my personal worship and how can I use it to express my praise to God?
- How can I, like the musicians in 1 Chronicles 15:20, use my talents and skills to serve and worship God?
- What are some ways I can incorporate music and praise into my daily life, just as the Israelites did in 1 Chronicles 15:20?
- How can I balance the importance of music in worship with the need for reverence and respect, as seen in other scriptures like Psalms 89:7?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 15:20
And Zechariah, and Aziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Unni, and Eliab, and Maaseiah, and Benaiah,.... Who were eight of the second degree; Aziel is the same with Jaaziel, 1 Chronicles 15:18 and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 15:20
And Zechariah, and Aziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Unni, and Eliab, and Maaseiah, and Benaiah, with psalteries on Alamoth; On Alamoth , [ `al (H5921) `ªlaamowt (H5961] - after the manner of
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 15:20
In this catalogue Ben is omitted, who was mentioned . Yet others think him to be the same who is called Azaziah, . But Ben might be some other person, who was indeed appointed for this work, as is related, ,18; and yet he might be taken off by death or sickness, or some sudden and extraordinary accident which hindered his execution of the place and work allotted for him, which might force the chief of the Levites to appoint some other in his stead, when they came to put their institution in practice, as here they did. On Alamoth, or, with (as that particle is elsewhere used) Alamoth, which is thought to be the name of an instrument of music; or of a certain tune, or note, or part in music. The certain signification of it is not now known, nor is it necessary for us to know it. And the like may be said of Sheminith, .
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 15:20
1 Chronicles 15:20 And Zechariah, and Aziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Unni, and Eliab, and Maaseiah, and Benaiah, with psalteries on Alamoth;Ver. 20. On Alamoth.]
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 15:20
THE ARK. V. Two warders of the Ark. VI. The king, with the heads of the nation.(20) The eight harpers. Perhaps Maaseiah or Benaiah belongs to the next verse. This would give seven (comp. 1 Chronicles 15:24) in each band. Aziel should be Jaaziel, as in 1 Chronicles 15:18. Jehiel.—God liveth. Jeiel=Jeuel (1 Chronicles 9:6; 1 Chronicles 9:35), Remembered of God.With psalteries on Alamoth.—“With harps after the mode of maidens:” that is, probably, of soprano compass or pitch.
The same expression occurs in the heading of Psalms 46
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 15:20
Verse 20. With psalteries on Alamoth] Some suppose that the word signifies virgins, or women singers, the persons mentioned here being appointed to accompany them with psalteries, and preside over them. The Vulgate says arcana cantabant, they sang secret things or mysteries; probably prophetic hymns.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 15:20
20. on Alamoth] R.V. set to Alamoth; cp. Psalms 46 (title) R.V.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 15:20
Psalteries on Alamoth - Probably, psalteries whose tone resembled the voices of girls (עלמות ‛ălâmôth). Compare the “female flutes” of the Lydians.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 15:20
19-21. The singers were divided into three choirs, or companies: 1.) The three chiefs, who used cymbals of brass; 2.) Eight others played with psalteries on Alamoth; 3.) Six others played with harps on the Sheminith to excel.
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