Zichri זִכְרִי
Levite, descendant of Asaph, temple singer
Who is Zichri in the Bible?
Zichri, also known as Zabdi, was a Levite and temple singer who served during the time of Nehemiah, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 9:15. He descended from Asaph, the principal musician whom King David appointed to lead worship in the temple. As a member of the Levitical priesthood, Zichri held responsibility for providing music and leading the congregation in praise during temple services. His appearance in the records of both 1 Chronicles and Nehemiah indicates he played an important role in restoring worship practices after the Jewish people returned from Babylonian exile. Zichri's service reflects the vital function the Levites maintained in ensuring proper and orderly worship in the rebuilt temple.
Biography
Zichri, also known as Zabdi, was a Levite mentioned in the lists of temple personnel during the time of Nehemiah. He was a descendant of Asaph, one of the principal musicians appointed by David to lead worship in the temple. As a Levite and temple singer, Zichri would have been responsible for providing music and leading the people in praise during the temple services. His inclusion in the lists in both 1 Chronicles and Nehemiah suggests that he played a significant role in the restoration of temple worship after the Babylonian exile. The Levites were essential in maintaining the proper order and conduct of worship in the rebuilt temple.
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In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study content1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 9:15
"Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;"
Nehemiah 1 verse
- Nehemiah 11:17
"Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zabdi, the son of Asaph, who led in thanksgiving and prayer; Bakbukiah, second among his associates; and Abda son of Shammua, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | זִכְרִי |
| Named | Hebrew | זַבְדִּי |