Old Testament · Major figure
Jeduthun
A Levite musician and worship leader appointed by David to prophesy with the harp and praise the Lord.
Jeduthun, also known as Ethan, was a chief musician and one of the three leaders of the Levitical choir established by King David. He played a vital role in organizing temple worship and is credited with the musical direction of several Psalms. His descendants continued his legacy of service in the temple ministry through the post-exilic period.
In the text
- Verses
- 13
- Books
- 3
- First appears
- 1 Chronicles 9:16
- Last appears
- Nehemiah 11:17
Where Jeduthun appears
13 verses · 8 chaptersIn the same books
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- Jeroham7 versesA name shared by several men in the Old Testament, including the father of Elkanah and various priests.
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