A Levite musician during David's reign.
Eliphelehu
Named in 2 verses of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 15:18.
אֱלִיפְלֵ֫הוּEliphelehu
About Eliphelehu Written by AI
Eliphelehu is mentioned as one of the Levite musicians who participated in the procession when King David brought the ark of the covenant to Jerusalem (1 Chronicles 15:18). He was appointed, along with other skilled musicians, to play the harp during the celebration. The Levites were responsible for the musical aspects of worship in ancient Israel, and Eliphelehu's inclusion in this important event highlights his musical abilities and his role in the Levitical service. The Bible does not provide any additional information about Eliphelehu's life or other responsibilities as a Levite.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 15:18
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.
- 1 Chronicles 15:21
And Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, Obed-edom, Jeiel, and Azaziah were to lead the music with lyres according to Sheminith.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.