Berechiah בֶּרֶכְיָה
Levite musician and gatekeeper in David's time
Biography
Berechiah was a Levite who served as a musician and gatekeeper during the reign of King David. He was the son of Shimea and a descendant of Levi through the lineage of Asaph (1 Ch. 6:39). Asaph was one of the principal musicians appointed by David to lead worship in the tabernacle (1 Ch. 15:17). Berechiah, along with other Levites, was entrusted with the responsibility of providing music and guarding the gates of the tabernacle (1 Ch. 15:23). His role as a musician and gatekeeper highlights the importance of worship and the organization of Levitical duties during David's reign. The Levites played a crucial part in maintaining the sacred space and leading the people in praise and thanksgiving to God.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 3 verses
- 1 Chronicles 6:39
"His brother Asaph, who stood on his right hand, even Asaph the son of Berechiah, the son of Shimea,"
- 1 Chronicles 15:17
"So the Levites appointed Heman the son of Joel; and of his brothers, Asaph the son of Berechiah; and of the sons of Merari their brothers, Ethan the son of Kushaiah;"
- 1 Chronicles 15:23
"Berechiah and Elkanah were doorkeepers for the ark."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בֶּרֶכְיָה | H1296H |