The story of Asaph
Asaph was a Levite and a musician in the court of King David. He was the son of Berechiah and the brother of Heman and Ethan. He was the leader of the choir of singers and musicians in the Temple of Jerusalem. He is best known for writing twelve psalms in the Book of Psalms. Asaph was a contemporary of King David and was part of the royal court. He was a skilled musician and was appointed by David to lead the choir of singers and musicians in the Temple of Jerusalem. He was also a teacher of music and was responsible for training the Levites in the art of music. Asaph is best known for writing twelve psalms in the Book of Psalms. These psalms are known for their poetic beauty and spiritual depth. They are filled with praise and thanksgiving to God and are often used in worship services. Asaph's psalms are also known for their prophetic nature, as they often foretell of future events. Asaph was an important figure in the court of King David and in the history of the Jewish people. His psalms are still used today in worship services and are a source of inspiration and comfort to many.
Name meaning
Collector or Gatherer
Name origin
Hebrew.
Role
Singer
First mention
Exodus 6:24
Appearances in the Bible
51 mentions