Singer living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Jeiel (or Jehiah) was a Levite who served as a musician and gatekeeper during the time of David, particularly in the transportation of the ark to Jerusalem.
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Also known as Jehiah
Jeiel, also known as Jehiah, was a Levite who lived during the reign of King David. He was appointed as one of the musicians to play the harp when the ark of the covenant was brought to Jerusalem. Jeiel was also among the Levites who blew trumpets before the ark during its journey. Additionally, he served as a gatekeeper for the ark, ensuring its safety and proper handling. Jeiel's responsibilities as a musician and gatekeeper highlight the importance of worship and reverence in the presence of the ark of the covenant.
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4 verses in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H3273
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.
And Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, Obed-edom, Jeiel, and Azaziah were to lead the music with lyres according to Sheminith.
Shebaniah, Joshaphat, Nethanel, Amasai, Zechariah, Benaiah, and Eliezer—the priests—were to blow the trumpets before the ark of God. Obed-edom and Jehiah were also to be guardians of the ark.
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
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