Then upon Jahaziel the son of Zechariah, the son of Benaiah, the son of Jeiel, the son of Mattaniah, a Levite of the sons of Asaph, came the Spirit of the LORD in the midst of the congregation;
Then the Spirit of the LORD came upon Jahaziel (the son of Zechariah, the son of Benaiah, the son of Jeiel, the son of Mattaniah), who was a Levite from the family of Asaph, right there in the middle of the gathered people.
God's Spirit came upon a worship leader named Jahaziel while the people were gathered together, showing that God speaks to His people through ordinary individuals when they need guidance.
📚 Historical Context
This occurred during King Jehoshaphat's reign when Judah faced invasion from multiple enemy armies. The people had gathered at the temple to fast and pray for God's help. Jahaziel was a Levite from the musical family of Asaph, who served in temple worship and were known for their prophetic songs.
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