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Asaph

Facts:

Asaph was a Levite priest and gifted musician who composed the music for the psalms of King David. He also wrote his own psalms.

  • Asaph was appointed by King David to be one of three musicians who were responsible for providing songs for worship in the temple. Some of these songs were also prophecies.
  • Asaph trained his sons and they carried on this responsibility, playing musical instruments and prophesying in the temple.
  • Some of the musical instruments included the lute, harp, trumpet, and cymbals.
  • Psalms 50 and 73-83 are said to be from Asaph. It may be that some of these psalms were written by his family members.

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(See also: descendant, harp, lute, prophet, psalm, trumpet)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: H623

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Asaph, Asaph's