Key Figures — 1 Chronicles 16

3 figures

1. David

   King of Israel and organizer of worship.

   David brought the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem and appointed Levites to minister before it, leading the people in worship and thanksgiving to God.

   Related passages

   • 2 Samuel Chapter 6 (David brings the Ark to Jerusalem)
   • Psalm 105 (Part of the psalm of thanksgiving in this chapter)

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2. Asaph

   Chief musician and leader of the Levites in worship.

   Asaph was appointed by David to lead in the singing of psalms and thanksgiving before the Ark of the Covenant.

   Related passages

   • Psalm 50 (A psalm of Asaph)
   • Psalm 73-83 (Psalms attributed to Asaph)

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3. The Levites

   Ministers before the Ark of the Covenant.

   The Levites were appointed by David to minister, give thanks, and praise the Lord before the Ark, playing musical instruments and singing.

   Related passages

   • Numbers Chapter 3 (Duties of the Levites)
   • 1 Chronicles Chapter 15 (Levites carry the Ark)

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