And David called for Zadok and Abiathar the priests, and for the Levites, for Uriel, Asaiah, and Joel, Shemaiah, and Eliel, and Amminadab,

1 CHRONICLES 15:11KJV
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1 Chronicles 15:11 (KJV)

What does 1 Chronicles 15:11 mean?

1 Chronicles 15:11 describes King David summoning two priests, Zadok and Abiathar, along with several Levite leaders—Uriel, Asaiah, Joel, Shemaiah, Eliel, and Amminadab—by name. This verse shows David gathering specific religious leaders for an important role in moving the Ark of the Covenant.

David is the speaker, and he is calling these men as part of his careful preparations to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem. The verse highlights the importance of involving both priests and Levites, who had special duties related to the Ark according to Israelite law. Naming each leader shows their responsibility and the organized way David approached this sacred task.

Why 1 Chronicles 15:11 matters

  • This verse clarifies that David did not act alone or casually; he involved the right leaders, following the proper religious order for handling the Ark, which had not been done correctly before.
  • By naming both priests and Levites, the verse emphasizes the need for both groups to work together, reflecting the structure of Israel’s religious leadership.
  • The careful listing of names connects this event to earlier genealogies and roles, showing continuity and accountability in Israel’s worship practices.

Where else these words appear

“Uriel” Hebrew H222 · used in 4 verses

  • 1 Chronicles 6:24 Tahath his son, Uriel his son, Uzziah his son, and Shaul his son.
  • 1 Chronicles 15:5 Of the sons of Kohath; Uriel the chief, and his brethren an hundred and twenty:
  • 2 Chronicles 13:2 He reigned three years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also was Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam.

“Asaiah” Hebrew H6222 · used in 8 verses

  • 2 Kings 22:12 And the king commanded Hilkiah the priest, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Achbor the son of Michaiah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asahiah a servant of the king's, saying,
  • 1 Chronicles 4:36 And Elioenai, and Jaakobah, and Jeshohaiah, and Asaiah, and Adiel, and Jesimiel, and Benaiah,
  • 1 Chronicles 9:5 And of the Shilonites; Asaiah the firstborn, and his sons.

“Eliel” Hebrew H447 · used in 10 verses

  • 1 Chronicles 5:24 And these were the heads of the house of their fathers, even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valour, famous men, and heads of the house of their fathers.
  • 1 Chronicles 8:22 And Ishpan, and Heber, and Eliel,
  • 1 Chronicles 12:11 Attai the sixth, Eliel the seventh,

“Amminadab” Hebrew H5992 · used in 12 verses

  • Exodus 6:23 And Aaron took him Elisheba, daughter of Amminadab, sister of Naashon, to wife; and she bare him Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.
  • Numbers 7:12 And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:
  • Ruth 4:20 And Amminadab begat Nahshon, and Nahshon begat Salmon,