Jeatherai יְאָֽתְרַי
Levite, son of Zerah, ancestor of Asaph
Who is Jeatherai in the Bible?
Jeatherai, also known as Ethni, was a Levite mentioned in 1 Chronicles 6:21 as the son of Zerah and an ancestor of Asaph, one of King David's principal musicians and psalmists. The name appears in two forms in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 6, called Jeatherai in verse 21 and Ethni in verse 41, likely reflecting variations in spelling that occurred as the text was copied over time. As a member of the Levitical tribe, Jeatherai was part of the line designated to serve in the tabernacle and temple, with his descendants playing a significant role in Israel's worship through music and song. His inclusion in the genealogy underscores the importance of documenting the priestly and musical lineages that sustained Israel's religious life during the monarchy.
Biography
Jeatherai, also referred to as Ethni, is mentioned in 1Ch.6.21 and 1Ch.6.41 as part of the genealogy of the Levites. He was the son of Zerah and is listed as an ancestor of Asaph, one of the principal musicians and psalmists in King David's court. In verse 21, he is called Jeatherai, while in verse 41, he is referred to as Ethni. This discrepancy may be due to variations in spelling or copying of the text over time. As a Levite, Jeatherai would have been part of the tribe dedicated to assisting the priests in the tabernacle and temple services. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles 6 trace the lineage of the Levites, particularly those who served as musicians and singers in the temple worship.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 6:21
"Joah his son, Iddo his son, Zerah his son, and Jeatherai his son."
- 1 Chronicles 6:41
"the son of Ethni, the son of Zerah, the son of Adaiah,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יְאָֽתְרַי |
| Named | Hebrew | אֶתְנִי |