Mattaniah, a Levite singer and descendant of Asaph, served during Nehemiah's time.
Levite singer, descendant of Asaph, during Nehemiah's time.
Lineage: Michaiah › Mattaniah
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gift, or hope, of the Lord
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Mattaniah was a Levite who lived during the time of Nehemiah, after the Babylonian exile. He was a descendant of Asaph, one of the chief musicians appointed by David. Mattaniah served as a singer in the temple (Neh 11:22). During the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, Mattaniah was among the Levites who led the people in praise and thanksgiving to God (Neh 12:35). His role as a singer highlights the importance of worship and the role of skilled musicians in the restored community of Israel.
Sources: STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Mattaniah@Neh.11.22-) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, mattaniah_1959)