Levite living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Hanani was a temple musician during King David's reign, assigned to the twenty-fifth division.
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Hanani is mentioned in 1Ch.25.4 and 1Ch.25.25 as one of the temple musicians during the reign of King David. He was among the sons of Heman, the king's seer, who were appointed to prophesy with lyres, harps, and cymbals in the temple service. Hanani and his brothers were skilled musicians, trained in singing to the Lord. In the organization of the temple musicians, Hanani was assigned to the twenty-fifth division (1Ch.25.25). The temple musicians played a crucial role in the worship services, providing music and leading the people in praise to God. The mention of Hanani in this context highlights the importance of music and worship in the temple during David's reign.
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2 verses in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H2607
From the sons of Heman: Bukkiah, Mattaniah, Uzziel, Shebuel, Jerimoth, Hananiah, Hanani, Eliathah, Giddalti, Romamti-ezer, Joshbekashah, Mallothi, Hothir, and Mahazioth.
the eighteenth to Hanani, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
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