1 Chronicles 6:31
New International Version
These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark came to rest there.

New Living Translation
David assigned the following men to lead the music at the house of the LORD after the Ark was placed there.

English Standard Version
These are the men whom David put in charge of the service of song in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there.

Berean Standard Bible
These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there.

King James Bible
And these are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after that the ark had rest.

New King James Version
Now these are the men whom David appointed over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after the ark came to rest.

New American Standard Bible
Now these are the ones whom David appointed over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after the ark rested there.

NASB 1995
Now these are those whom David appointed over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after the ark rested there.

NASB 1977
Now these are those whom David appointed over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after the ark rested there.

Legacy Standard Bible
Now these are those whom David caused to stand over the service of song in the house of Yahweh, after the ark rested there.

Amplified Bible
Now these are those whom David appointed over the service of song in the house of the LORD after the ark [of the covenant] rested there.

Christian Standard Bible
These are the men David put in charge of the music in the LORD’s temple after the ark came to rest there.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
These are the men David put in charge of the music in the LORD’s temple after the ark came to rest there.

American Standard Version
And these are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of Jehovah, after that the ark had rest.

Contemporary English Version
After King David had the sacred chest moved to Jerusalem, he appointed musicians from the Levi tribe to be in charge of the music at the place of worship.

English Revised Version
And these are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after that the ark had rest.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
David put men in charge of the music in the LORD's temple after the ark was placed there permanently.

Good News Translation
These are the men whom King David put in charge of the music at the place of worship in Jerusalem after the Covenant Box was moved there.

International Standard Version
These are the men to whom David handed responsibility for music in the Temple of the LORD, after the ark came to rest there.

Majority Standard Bible
These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there.

NET Bible
These are the men David put in charge of music in the LORD's sanctuary, after the ark was placed there.

New Heart English Bible
These are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after that the ark had rest.

Webster's Bible Translation
And these are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after that the ark had rest.

World English Bible
These are they whom David set over the service of song in Yahweh’s house after the ark came to rest there.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And these [are] they whom David stationed over the parts of the song of the house of YHWH, from the resting of the Ark,

Young's Literal Translation
And these are they whom David stationed over the parts of the song of the house of Jehovah, from the resting of the ark,

Smith's Literal Translation
And these whom David set up over the hands of song of the house of Jehovah from the resting of the ark.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
These are they, whom David set over the singing men of the house of the Lord, after that the p ark was placed:

Catholic Public Domain Version
These are the ones whom David appointed over the singing men in the house of the Lord, in the place where the ark was located.

New American Bible
The following were established by David for the service of song in the LORD’s house at the time when the ark had a resting place.

New Revised Standard Version
These are the men whom David put in charge of the service of song in the house of the LORD, after the ark came to rest there.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
These are all of those whom David appointed to minister in the house of the LORD at the place where the ark stood.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And these are all those whom David appointed that they would minister in the house of LORD JEHOVAH in the place where the Ark is set
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And these are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after that the ark had rest.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And these were the men whom David set over the service of the singers in the house of the Lord when the ark was at rest.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Temple Musicians
31These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there. 32They ministered with song before the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, until Solomon built the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. And they performed their duties according to the regulations given them.…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 15:16-22
David also told the leaders of the Levites to appoint their relatives as singers to lift up their voices with joy, accompanied by musical instruments—harps, lyres, and cymbals. / So the Levites appointed Heman son of Joel; from his brothers, Asaph son of Berechiah; from their brothers the Merarites, Ethan son of Kushaiah; / 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 16:4-6
David appointed some of the Levites to minister before the ark of the LORD, to celebrate, to give thanks, and to praise the LORD, the God of Israel. / Asaph was the chief, Zechariah was second, then Jeiel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Mattithiah, Eliab, Benaiah, Obed-edom, and Jeiel. They were to play the harps and lyres, while Asaph sounded the cymbals / and the priests Benaiah and Jahaziel blew the trumpets regularly before the ark of the covenant of God.

2 Chronicles 5:12-13
all the Levitical singers—Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, and their sons and relatives—stood on the east side of the altar, dressed in fine linen and playing cymbals, harps, and lyres, accompanied by 120 priests sounding trumpets. / The trumpeters and singers joined together to praise and thank the LORD with one voice. They lifted up their voices, accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and musical instruments, in praise to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” And the temple, the house of the LORD, was filled with a cloud

2 Chronicles 29:25-30
Hezekiah stationed the Levites in the house of the LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres according to the command of David, of Gad the king’s seer, and of Nathan the prophet. For the command had come from the LORD through His prophets. / The Levites stood with the instruments of David, and the priests with the trumpets. / And Hezekiah ordered that the burnt offering be sacrificed on the altar. When the burnt offering began, the song of the LORD and the trumpets began as well, accompanied by the instruments of David king of Israel. ...

Nehemiah 12:24-26
The leaders of the Levites were Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua son of Kadmiel, along with their associates, who stood across from them to give praise and thanksgiving as one section alternated with the other, as prescribed by David the man of God. / Mattaniah, Bakbukiah, Obadiah, Meshullam, Talmon, and Akkub were gatekeepers who guarded the storerooms at the gates. / They served in the days of Joiakim son of Jeshua, the son of Jozadak, and in the days of Nehemiah the governor and Ezra the priest and scribe.

Nehemiah 12:45-47
They performed the service of their God and the service of purification, along with the singers and gatekeepers, as David and his son Solomon had prescribed. / For long ago, in the days of David and Asaph, there were directors for the singers and for the songs of praise and thanksgiving to God. / So in the days of Zerubbabel and Nehemiah, all Israel contributed the daily portions for the singers and gatekeepers. They also set aside daily portions for the Levites, and the Levites set aside daily portions for the descendants of Aaron.

Psalm 68:25
The singers lead the way, the musicians follow after, among the maidens playing tambourines.

Psalm 87:7
Singers and pipers will proclaim, “All my springs of joy are in You.”

Psalm 150:3-5
Praise Him with the sound of the horn; praise Him with the harp and lyre. / Praise Him with tambourine and dancing; praise Him with strings and flute. / Praise Him with clashing cymbals; praise Him with resounding cymbals.

1 Samuel 16:16-23
Let our lord command your servants here to seek out someone who can skillfully play the harp. Whenever the spirit of distress from God is upon you, he is to play it, and you will be well.” / And Saul commanded his servants, “Find me someone who plays well, and bring him to me.” / One of the servants answered, “I have seen a son of Jesse of Bethlehem who knows how to play the harp. He is a mighty man of valor, a warrior, eloquent and handsome, and the LORD is with him.” ...

2 Samuel 6:5
David and all the house of Israel were celebrating before the LORD with all kinds of wood instruments, harps, stringed instruments, tambourines, sistrums, and cymbals.

2 Samuel 6:14-15
And David, wearing a linen ephod, danced with all his might before the LORD, / while he and all the house of Israel brought up the ark of the LORD with shouting and the sounding of the ram’s horn.

1 Kings 8:10-11
And when the priests came out of the Holy Place, the cloud filled the house of the LORD / so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of the LORD.

2 Kings 3:15
But now, bring me a harpist.” And while the harpist played, the hand of the LORD came upon Elisha

Ezra 3:10-11
When the builders had laid the foundation of the temple of the LORD, the priests in their apparel with trumpets, and the Levites (the sons of Asaph) with cymbals, took their positions to praise the LORD, as David king of Israel had prescribed. / And they sang responsively with praise and thanksgiving to the LORD: “For He is good; for His loving devotion to Israel endures forever.” Then all the people gave a great shout of praise to the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD had been laid.


Treasury of Scripture

And these are they whom David set over the service of song in the house of the LORD, after that the ark had rest.

A.

1 Chronicles 15:16-22,27
And David spake to the chief of the Levites to appoint their brethren to be the singers with instruments of musick, psalteries and harps and cymbals, sounding, by lifting up the voice with joy…

1 Chronicles 25:1-31
Moreover David and the captains of the host separated to the service of the sons of Asaph, and of Heman, and of Jeduthun, who should prophesy with harps, with psalteries, and with cymbals: and the number of the workmen according to their service was: …

after that.

1 Chronicles 16:1
So they brought the ark of God, and set it in the midst of the tent that David had pitched for it: and they offered burnt sacrifices and peace offerings before God.

2 Samuel 6:17
And they brought in the ark of the LORD, and set it in his place, in the midst of the tabernacle that David had pitched for it: and David offered burnt offerings and peace offerings before the LORD.

Psalm 132:8,14
Arise, O LORD, into thy rest; thou, and the ark of thy strength…

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1 Chronicles 6
1. The sons of Levi.
4. The line of Eleazar unto the captivity.
16. The families of Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.
49. The office of Aaron, and his line unto Ahimaaz.
54. The cities of the priests and Levites.














These are the men
This phrase introduces a specific group of individuals, highlighting their importance and distinct role in the religious life of Israel. In the Hebrew context, the term "men" (אֲנָשִׁים, anashim) often signifies not just males, but individuals of notable standing or responsibility. This introduction sets the stage for understanding the significance of their duties and the divine orchestration behind their appointment.

David put in charge
King David, a central figure in the history of Israel, is depicted here as the one who appoints these men. The Hebrew root for "put in charge" (יַעֲמִיד, ya'amid) implies a deliberate and authoritative action. David's role as a leader and a man after God's own heart (1 Samuel 13:14) underscores the spiritual and organizational reforms he implemented, particularly in worship. His decision reflects a divinely inspired order, emphasizing the importance of music in worship and the need for skilled leadership in this area.

of the music
Music, in the Hebrew tradition, is not merely an art form but a vital component of worship and spiritual expression. The Hebrew word for music (שִׁיר, shir) encompasses singing, instrumental music, and the overall orchestration of sound in worship. This highlights the integral role of music in the temple, serving as a means to glorify God, unify the congregation, and facilitate a deeper connection with the divine.

in the house of the LORD
The "house of the LORD" refers to the tabernacle, and later the temple, as the central place of worship for the Israelites. This phrase signifies a sacred space where God's presence dwells among His people. The Hebrew term for "house" (בַּיִת, bayit) conveys not just a physical structure but a dwelling place for God's glory. The establishment of music in this holy setting underscores its sanctity and the reverence required in worship.

after the ark rested there
The "ark" refers to the Ark of the Covenant, a symbol of God's presence and covenant with Israel. The Hebrew word for "rested" (נוּחַ, nuach) implies a sense of peace, completion, and divine approval. The resting of the ark signifies a pivotal moment in Israel's history, marking the establishment of Jerusalem as the spiritual center and the fulfillment of God's promises. This context highlights the significance of music as a response to God's faithfulness and a means to celebrate His abiding presence.

(31) Set over the service of song.--Literally, made stand by the sides (hands) of song, as if to minister to the sacred music. (Comp. 1Chronicles 25:2-3, where the same peculiar phrase recurs, and Psalm 123:2, "as the eyes of slaves are unto the hand of their Lord." Comp. also the common heading of the Psalms, "to the conductor or precentor;" Authorised Version, "chief musician.")

In the house of the Lord.--In David's time, a tent, as next verse declares.

After that the ark had rest.--Perhaps locative: at the restin-place of the Ark (comp. Genesis 8:9). From the time of its capture by the Philistines (2Samuel 6:17), the Ark had no certain dwelling till it was lodged in the tent which David spread for it on Mount Zion.

Verses 31-48. - In the early verses of this section we may notice, if not the first beginning, yet some of the earliest crystallization of the forms of religious services. It was given to David to settle the ark after its travels through the wilderness, its sojourn in various places since then, doubtless always within the care of some Levitical family (except when taken by enemies, 1 Samuel 4:11; 1 Samuel 5, 6.), and in especial its prolonged twenty years' sojourn at Kirjath-jearim (1 Samuel 7:1, 2; 2 Samuel 6:1-19; 1 Chronicles 13:3-14; 1 Chronicles 15:1-3; 1 Chronicles 17:5). It now had rest, though its place of rest was only within "curtains" (2 Samuel 7:2; 1 Chronicles 17:1), i.e. in a special separate tent prepared for it by David, which tent was probably the suggestion, and as it were the nucleus, of the coming grand temple itself - the house of God. The event was naturally one of great joy and thanksgiving, of which David himself was the chief leader (2 Samuel 6:17-21; 1 Chronicles 16:1-3); but it appears also that it furnished the occasion of appointing fixed choir conductors, leaders of the service of song" (1 Chronicles 16:4-7, 37, 41, 42; 1 Chronicles 25:1-7).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
These
וְאֵ֗לֶּה (wə·’êl·leh)
Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428: These, those

are the men
אֲשֶׁ֨ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

David
דָּוִ֛יד (dā·wîḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse

put
הֶעֱמִ֥יד (he·‘ĕ·mîḏ)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations

in
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

charge
יְדֵי־ (yə·ḏê-)
Noun - fdc
Strong's 3027: A hand

of the music
שִׁ֖יר (šîr)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7892: A song, singing

in the house
בֵּ֣ית (bêṯ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004: A house

of the LORD
יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

after the ark
הָאָרֽוֹן׃ (hā·’ā·rō·wn)
Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 727: A chest, ark

rested there.
מִמְּנ֖וֹחַ (mim·mə·nō·w·aḥ)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4494: A resting place, state or condition of rest


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