Of Heman: the sons of Heman; Bukkiah, Mattaniah, Uzziel, Shebuel, and Jerimoth, Hananiah, Hanani, Eliathah, Giddalti, and Romamtiezer, Joshbekashah, Mallothi, Hothir, and Mahazioth:

1 CHRONICLES 25:4KJV
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1 Chronicles 25:4 (KJV)

What does 1 Chronicles 25:4 mean?

1 Chronicles 25:4 lists the sons of Heman, naming each one individually. This verse is part of a larger section that records the family members assigned to serve in the temple’s music ministry during King David’s reign.

The writer is documenting the organization of the Levites, specifically those who were musicians. Heman was a prominent musician, and his sons are named here to show their official roles in the temple worship. This list helps establish the structure and lineage of those responsible for leading music in Israel’s worship life.

Why 1 Chronicles 25:4 matters

  • This verse highlights the careful organization and importance placed on music and worship in Israel’s temple, showing that specific families were set apart for this sacred duty.
  • By naming each son, the text underscores the value of individual roles within a community, even in what might seem like a simple list.
  • The verse connects to the broader passage by showing that worship in ancient Israel was a communal, multi-generational responsibility, rooted in family lines and tradition.

Where else these words appear

“Bukkiah” Hebrew H1232 · used in 2 verses

“Eliathah” Hebrew H448 · used in 2 verses

  • 1 Chronicles 25:27 The twentieth to Eliathah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:

“Giddalti” Hebrew H1437 · used in 2 verses

  • 1 Chronicles 25:29 The two and twentieth to Giddalti, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:

“Romamtiezer” Hebrew H7320 · used in 2 verses

  • 1 Chronicles 25:31 The four and twentieth to Romamtiezer, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve.