Lexical Definition
אֱלִיפְלֵהוּ ʼĔlîyphᵉlêhûw (el-ee-fe-lay'-hoo) Eliphelehu N:N-M-P
from אֵל and פָּלָה; God of his distinction
Elipheleh.
- § Elipheleh = "my God sets him apart" or "my God distinguishes him"
- Eliphelehu, an Israelite
1) a Levite gatekeeper and musician for David
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| וֶאֱלִֽיפְלֵ֗הוּ | and Eliphelehu | 1Chr.15.21 |
| וֶאֱלִ֨יפְלֵ֜הוּ | and Eliphelehu | 1Chr.15.18 |
| Ελιφαλού | Elipheleh | LXX.1Chr.15.21 |
| Ελιφάλ | Elipheleh | LXX.1Chr.15.18 |
Extended Information
- A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.15.18
Brown-Driver-Briggs
אֱלִיפְלֵ֫הוּ proper name, masculine (may God distinguish him) one of the doorkeepers 1Chr 15:18; 1Chr 15:21.
Brown-Driver-Briggs References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| 1 Chronicles | 15:18 · 15:21 |
Profile
Male • A singer • A Levite musician during David's reign.
Singer living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Eliphelehu was a Levite musician who played the harp during the transfer of the ark to Jerusalem (1Ch.15.18,21).
- A singer living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.15.18;
- only referred to as Eliphelehu אֱלִיפְלֵהוּ.
Eliphelehu is mentioned as one of the Levite musicians who participated in the procession when King David brought the ark of the covenant to Jerusalem (1Ch.15.18,21). He was appointed, along with other skilled musicians, to play the harp during the celebration. The Levites were responsible for the musical aspects of worship in ancient Israel, and Eliphelehu's inclusion in this important event highlights his musical abilities and his role in the Levitical service. The Bible does not provide any additional information about Eliphelehu's life or other responsibilities as a Levite.
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