KJV ORIGINAL
Of Heman: the sons of Heman: Bukkiah, Mattaniah, Uzziel, Shebuel, and Jerimoth, Hananiah, Hanani, Eliathah, Giddalti, and Romamtiezer, Joshbekashah, Mallothi, Hothir, and Mahazioth:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Heman's sons were: Bukkiah, Mattaniah, Uzziel, Shebuel, Jerimoth, Hananiah, Hanani, Eliathah, Giddalti, Romamti-ezer, Joshbekashah, Mallothi, Hothir, and Mahazioth.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists the fourteen sons of Heman, who were all appointed as musicians and worship leaders in God's temple.
📚 Historical Context
This genealogical record was written after the Israelites returned from exile in Babylon, as they worked to restore proper temple worship. Heman was one of three chief musicians appointed by King David to lead worship in the temple, alongside Asaph and Jeduthun. These family records were important for establishing which families had the hereditary right to serve as temple musicians.
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