1 Chronicles 6:31

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1 Chronicles 6:31 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there.

King James Version KJV

And these are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after that the ark had rest.

American Standard Version ASV

And these are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of Jehovah, after that the ark had rest.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And these are those whom David made responsible for the music in the house of the Lord, after the ark had rest.

Free Bible Version FBV

These are the musicians David appointed to direct the music in the house of the Lord once the Ark had been placed there.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And these be they whom Dauid set for to sing in the house of the Lord, after that the Arke had rest.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And these [are] they whom David stationed over the parts of the song of the house of Jehovah, from the resting of the ark,

World English Bible WEB

These are they whom David set over the service of song in the LORD’s house after the ark came to rest there.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And these are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after that the ark had rest.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

These are they, whom David set over the singing men of the house of the Lord, after that the ark was placed:

Translation for Translators T4T

After the Sacred Chest was brought to Jerusalem, King David appointed some of the men who were descendants of Levi to be in charge of the music in the Sacred Tent where the people worshiped Yahweh.

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1 Chronicles 6:31 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB בֶּן אַמְצִ֥י בֶן בָּנִ֖י בֶּן שָֽׁמֶר

בֶּן bên H1121 son N-ms

אַמְצִ֥י ʼAmtsîy H557 Amzi N-proper

בֶן bên H1121 son N-ms

בָּנִ֖י Bânîy H1137 Bani N-proper

בֶּן bên H1121 son N-ms

שָֽׁמֶר Shemer H8106 Shemer N-proper

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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 6:31

בֶּן bên H1121 "son" N-ms

In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.

Definition: : child/son

Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.

אַמְצִ֥י ʼAmtsîy H557 "Amzi" N-proper

Amzi was an Israelite who lived during the time of Exile and Return, mentioned in Nehemiah 11:12. His name means my strength and he was the son of Zechariah. Amzi is also the name of a Levite.

Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.11.12; son of: Zechariah (H2148X); father of: Pelaliah (H6421) § Amzi = "my strength" 1) a Levite 2) the ancestor of a returned exile in the priestly line

Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Amzi. See also: 1 Chronicles 6:31; Nehemiah 11:12.

בֶן bên H1121 "son" N-ms

Definition: : child/son

בָּנִ֖י Bânîy H1137 "Bani" N-proper

Bani, meaning built, was the name of several Israelites, including a Gadite warrior, a Levite, and a man from Judah. One Bani returned from captivity with Zerubbabel, as noted in Ezra 2:10.

Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.10; also called Binnui at Neh.7.15; Also named: bin.nuy (בִּנּוּי "Binnui" H1131) § Bani = "built" 1) a Gadite, one of David's mighty warriors 2) a Levite of the line of Merari, and forefather to Ethan 3) a man of Judah of the line of Pharez 4) "children of Bani" returned from captivity with Zerubbabel 5) one or up to three Levites in Nehemiah's time

Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Bani. See also: 2 Samuel 23:36; Nehemiah 3:17; Nehemiah 11:22.

בֶּן bên H1121 "son" N-ms

Definition: : child/son

שָֽׁמֶר Shemer H8106 "Shemer" N-proper

Shemer was an Israelite name, appearing in 1 Chronicles 7, belonging to a man from the tribe of Asher and a Benjamite. He was a son of Heber and father of several children. The name is also translated as Shamer in some versions.

Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.7.32; son of: Heber (H2268); brother of: Japhlet (H3310), Hotham (H2369) and Shua (H7774); father of: Ahi (H0277H), Rohgah (H7303), Jehubbah (H3160) and Aram (H0758J); also called Shemer (KJV: Shamer) at 1Ch.7.34; Another name of sho.mer (שֹׁמֵר "Shomer" H7763H) § Shemed or Shamed = "destroyed" a Benjamite, son of Elpaal and builder of the towns of Ono and Lod

Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Shamer, Shemer. See also: 1 Kings 16:24; 1 Chronicles 7:34; 1 Chronicles 8:12.

Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 6:31

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1 Chronicles 6:31 Summary
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Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 6:31
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 6:31
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:31
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:31
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:31
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 6:31
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Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:31
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 6:31

Context — The Temple Musicians

29The descendants of Merari: Mahli, Libni his son, Shimei his son, Uzzah his son, 30Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, and Asaiah his son.

31These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there.

32They ministered with song before the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, until Solomon built the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. And they performed their duties according to the regulations given them. 33These are the men who served, together with their sons. From the Kohathites: Heman the singer, the son of Joel, the son of Samuel,

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	2 Samuel 6:17	So they brought the ark of the LORD and set it in its place inside the tent that David had pitched for it. Then David offered burnt offerings and peace offerings before the LORD.
2	1 Chronicles 15:25–1	—
3	1 Chronicles 15:16–22	David also told the leaders of the Levites to appoint their relatives as singers to lift up their voices with joy, accompanied by musical instruments—harps, lyres, and cymbals. So the Levites appointed Heman son of Joel; from his brothers, Asaph son of Berechiah; from their brothers the Merarites, Ethan son of Kushaiah; and 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. The musicians Heman, Asaph, and Ethan were to sound the bronze cymbals. Zechariah, Aziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Maaseiah, and Benaiah were to play the harps according to Alamoth. And Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, Obed-edom, Jeiel, and Azaziah were to lead the music with lyres according to Sheminith. Chenaniah the head Levite was the director of the music because he was highly skilled.
4	1 Chronicles 16:4–6	David appointed some of the Levites to minister before the ark of the LORD, to celebrate, to give thanks, and to praise the LORD, the God of Israel. Asaph was the chief, Zechariah was second, then Jeiel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Mattithiah, Eliab, Benaiah, Obed-edom, and Jeiel. They were to play the harps and lyres, while Asaph sounded the cymbals and the priests Benaiah and Jahaziel blew the trumpets regularly before the ark of the covenant of God.
5	Psalms 132:8	Arise, O LORD, to Your resting place, You and the ark of Your strength.
6	Psalms 132:14	“This is My resting place forever and ever; here I will dwell, for I have desired this home.
7	1 Chronicles 25:1–31	Additionally, David and the commanders of the army set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to prophesy with the accompaniment of lyres, harps, and cymbals. The following is the list of the men who performed this service: From the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, Joseph, Nethaniah, and Asarelah. These sons of Asaph were under the direction of Asaph, who prophesied under the direction of the king. From the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah, Shimei, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah—six in all—under the direction of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with the harp, giving thanks and praise to the LORD. From the sons of Heman: Bukkiah, Mattaniah, Uzziel, Shebuel, Jerimoth, Hananiah, Hanani, Eliathah, Giddalti, Romamti-ezer, Joshbekashah, Mallothi, Hothir, and Mahazioth. All these sons of Heman the king’s seer were given him through the promises of God to exalt him, for God had given Heman fourteen sons and three daughters. All these were under the direction of their fathers for the music of the house of the LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres, for the service of the house of God. Asaph, Jeduthun, and Heman were under the direction of the king. Together with their relatives, who were all trained and skillful in the songs of the LORD, they numbered 288. They cast lots for their duties, young and old alike, teacher as well as pupil. The first lot, which was for Asaph, fell to Joseph, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the second to Gedaliah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the third to Zaccur, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the fourth to Izri, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the fifth to Nethaniah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the sixth to Bukkiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the seventh to Jesarelah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the eighth to Jeshaiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the ninth to Mattaniah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the tenth to Shimei, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the eleventh to Azarel, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the twelfth to Hashabiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the thirteenth to Shubael, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the fourteenth to Mattithiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the fifteenth to Jeremoth, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the sixteenth to Hananiah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the seventeenth to Joshbekashah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the eighteenth to Hanani, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the nineteenth to Mallothi, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the twentieth to Eliathah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the twenty-first to Hothir, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the twenty-second to Giddalti, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; the twenty-third to Mahazioth, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all; and the twenty-fourth to Romamti-ezer, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all.

1 Chronicles 6:31 Summary

This verse tells us that David put certain men in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark came to rest there. This shows that music was an important part of worship in the Bible, just like it is today (see Psalm 100:1-5 and Ephesians 5:19). The men David chose were likely skilled musicians who could lead the people in singing and playing instruments to glorify God. By doing so, they helped to create an atmosphere of worship and praise, which is still an essential part of our relationship with God today (see John 4:23-24).

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the significance of the ark resting in the house of the LORD?

The ark resting in the house of the LORD marked a new era of worship and ministry for the Israelites, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:31, and is also referenced in 2 Samuel 6:17 and 1 Kings 8:1-9.

Why did David put these men in charge of the music in the house of the LORD?

David put these men in charge of the music to establish a formal and organized system of worship, as music was an integral part of Israelite worship, as seen in Psalm 100:1-5 and 1 Chronicles 15:16-24.

What kind of music did these men lead in the house of the LORD?

The Bible doesn't specify the exact type of music, but it's likely that it included psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, as mentioned in Ephesians 5:19 and Colossians 3:16.

How does this verse relate to the broader context of 1 Chronicles?

This verse is part of a larger section in 1 Chronicles that details the organization and roles of the Levites in the worship and service of the LORD, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:1-81 and Numbers 3:1-10.

Reflection Questions

What role does music play in my personal worship and how can I use it to glorify God?
How can I, like David, use my talents and resources to establish and support the worship of God in my community?
What are some ways that I can, like the Levites, dedicate myself to the service of the LORD and support the worship of God?
How does the concept of 'rest' in 1 Chronicles 6:31 relate to the idea of God's presence and worship, as seen in Exodus 33:14 and Psalm 95:11?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 6:31

And these are they,.... Who follow; the account of whom begins 1 Chronicles 6:33, whom David set over the service of the song in the house of the Lord: whom he appointed chief musicians, and masters

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 6:31

And these are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after that the ark had rest. These are they whom David set over the service of song.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:31

These are they, whose names here follow. The service, Heb. the hands. Hand put for ministry or service, which is commonly performed by the hand. Thus God is frequently said to speak or command things by the hand (i.e. the ministry) of Moses. Compare . After that the ark had rest; which was in David’ s time, .

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:31

(31) Set over the service of song.—Literally, made stand by the sides (hands) of song, as if to minister to the sacred music. (Comp. 1 Chronicles 25:2-3, where the same peculiar phrase recurs, and Psalms 123:2, “as the eyes of slaves are unto the hand of their Lord.” Comp. also the common heading of the Psalms, “to the conductor or precentor;” Authorised Version, “chief musician.”) In the house of the Lord.—In David’s time, a tent, as next verse declares. After that the ark had rest.—Perhaps locative: at the restin-place of the Ark (comp. Genesis 8:9). From the time of its capture by the Philistines (2 Samuel 6:17), the Ark had no certain dwelling till it was lodged in the tent which David spread for it on Mount Zion.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:31

Verse 31. After that the ark had rest.] The Targum says, "These are they whom David set over the service of the singing, in the house of the sanctuary, or tabernacle of the Lord, at the time in which the ark was brought into it;" that is, when it was brought from the house of Obed-edom.

Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 6:31

31, 32 (= 16, 17 according to the Heb. division). David’s Singers 31. the ark had rest] i.e. was brought into the city of David for a permanent resting-place.

Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 6:31

The genealogies of David’s three chief singers, Heman, Asaph, and Ethan or Jeduthun.

Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 6:31

31. Whom David set over the service of song — See on 1 Chronicles 15:16.

Sermons on 1 Chronicles 6:31

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