1 Chronicles 9:15
New International Version
Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal and Mattaniah son of Mika, the son of Zikri, the son of Asaph;

New Living Translation
Bakbakkar; Heresh; Galal; Mattaniah son of Mica, son of Zicri, son of Asaph;

English Standard Version
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal and Mattaniah the son of Mica, son of Zichri, son of Asaph;

Berean Standard Bible
Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

King James Bible
And Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Micah, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

New King James Version
Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Micah, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

New American Standard Bible
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal; and Mattaniah the son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph,

NASB 1995
and Bakbakkar, Heresh and Galal and Mattaniah the son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph,

NASB 1977
and Bakbakkar, Heresh and Galal and Mattaniah the son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph,

Legacy Standard Bible
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal and Mattaniah the son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph,

Amplified Bible
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

Christian Standard Bible
Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah, son of Mica, son of Zichri, son of Asaph;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah, son of Mica, son of Zichri, son of Asaph;

American Standard Version
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph,

English Revised Version
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, Mattaniah (son of Mica, grandson of Zichri, and great-grandson of Asaph),

International Standard Version
along with Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mica's son Mattaniah, who was the grandson of Zichri and great-grandson of Asaph,

Majority Standard Bible
Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

NET Bible
Bakbakkar; Heresh; Galal; Mattaniah son of Mika, son of Zikri, son of Asaph;

New Heart English Bible
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Mica, the son of Zikri, the son of Asaph,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Micah, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

World English Bible
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah son of Micah, son of Zichri, son of Asaph;

Young's Literal Translation
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah son of Micah, son of Zichri, son of Asaph;

Smith's Literal Translation
And Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah, son of Micah, son of Zichri, son of Asaph;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Bacbacar the carpenter, and Galal, and Mathania the son of Micha, the son of Zechri the son of Asaph:

Catholic Public Domain Version
and also Bakbakkar the carpenter; and Galal; and Mattaniah, the son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

New American Bible
Bakbakkar; Heresh; Galal; Mattaniah, son of Mica, son of Zichri, a descendant of Asaph;

New Revised Standard Version
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, son of Zichri, son of Asaph;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Of the descendants of Merari: Jarhum the son of Hadush, the son of Alal, and Mattaniah the son of Micah, the son of Zabdai, the son of Asaph;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
From the sons of Merari: Yarkhum, son of Khadush, son of Alal, Methanya, son of Miqa, son of Zabdi, son of Asaph.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Bacbacar, and Ares, and Galaal, and Matthanias son of Micha, son of Zechri, son of Asaph;

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The People of Jerusalem
14From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, a descendant of Merari; 15Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph; 16Obadiah son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun; and Berechiah son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, who lived in the villages of the Netophathites.…

Cross References
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.

Nehemiah 12:8
The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who, with his associates, led the songs of thanksgiving.

Nehemiah 12:24
The leaders of the Levites were Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua son of Kadmiel, along with their associates, who stood across from them to give praise and thanksgiving as one section alternated with the other, as prescribed by David the man of God.

1 Chronicles 6:31-32
These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there. / They ministered with song before the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, until Solomon built the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. And they performed their duties according to the regulations given them.

1 Chronicles 16:4-6
David appointed some of the Levites to minister before the ark of the LORD, to celebrate, to give thanks, and to praise the LORD, the God of Israel. / Asaph was the chief, Zechariah was second, then Jeiel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Mattithiah, Eliab, Benaiah, Obed-edom, and Jeiel. They were to play the harps and lyres, while Asaph sounded the cymbals / and the priests Benaiah and Jahaziel blew the trumpets regularly before the ark of the covenant of God.

1 Chronicles 25:1-7
Additionally, David and the commanders of the army set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to prophesy with the accompaniment of lyres, harps, and cymbals. The following is the list of the men who performed this service: / From the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, Joseph, Nethaniah, and Asarelah. These sons of Asaph were under the direction of Asaph, who prophesied under the direction of the king. / From the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah, Shimei, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah—six in all—under the direction of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with the harp, giving thanks and praise to the LORD. ...

2 Chronicles 5:12-13
all the Levitical singers—Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, and their sons and relatives—stood on the east side of the altar, dressed in fine linen and playing cymbals, harps, and lyres, accompanied by 120 priests sounding trumpets. / The trumpeters and singers joined together to praise and thank the LORD with one voice. They lifted up their voices, accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and musical instruments, in praise to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” And the temple, the house of the LORD, was filled with a cloud

2 Chronicles 29:25-30
Hezekiah stationed the Levites in the house of the LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres according to the command of David, of Gad the king’s seer, and of Nathan the prophet. For the command had come from the LORD through His prophets. / The Levites stood with the instruments of David, and the priests with the trumpets. / And Hezekiah ordered that the burnt offering be sacrificed on the altar. When the burnt offering began, the song of the LORD and the trumpets began as well, accompanied by the instruments of David king of Israel. ...

2 Chronicles 35:15
The singers, the descendants of Asaph, were at their stations according to the command of David, Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun the king’s seer. And the gatekeepers at each gate did not need to leave their posts, because their fellow Levites made preparations for them.

Ezra 3:10-11
When the builders had laid the foundation of the temple of the LORD, the priests in their apparel with trumpets, and the Levites (the sons of Asaph) with cymbals, took their positions to praise the LORD, as David king of Israel had prescribed. / And they sang responsively with praise and thanksgiving to the LORD: “For He is good; for His loving devotion to Israel endures forever.” Then all the people gave a great shout of praise to the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD had been laid.

Psalm 134:1-2
A song of ascents. Come, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who serve by night in the house of the LORD! / Lift up your hands to the sanctuary and bless the LORD!

Psalm 135:1-3
Hallelujah! Praise the name of the LORD. Give praise, O servants of the LORD, / who stand in the house of the LORD, in the courts of the house of our God. / Hallelujah, for the LORD is good; sing praises to His name, for it is lovely.

Psalm 136:1-3
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good. His loving devotion endures forever. / Give thanks to the God of gods. His loving devotion endures forever. / Give thanks to the Lord of lords. His loving devotion endures forever.

Psalm 150:1-6
Hallelujah! Praise God in His sanctuary. Praise Him in His mighty heavens. / Praise Him for His mighty acts; praise Him for His excellent greatness. / Praise Him with the sound of the horn; praise Him with the harp and lyre. ...

Ephesians 5:19-20
Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord, / always giving thanks to God the Father for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.


Treasury of Scripture

And Bakbakkar, Heresh, and Galal, and Mattaniah the son of Micah, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

Mattaniah

Nehemiah 11:17,22
And Mattaniah the son of Micha, the son of Zabdi, the son of Asaph, was the principal to begin the thanksgiving in prayer: and Bakbukiah the second among his brethren, and Abda the son of Shammua, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun…

Micha

1 Chronicles 12:25
Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valour for the war, seven thousand and one hundred.

Zichri

1 Chronicles 25:2
Of the sons of Asaph; Zaccur, and Joseph, and Nethaniah, and Asarelah, the sons of Asaph under the hands of Asaph, which prophesied according to the order of the king.

Nehemiah 10:12
Zaccur, Sherebiah, Shebaniah,

Zaccur

1 Chronicles 11:17
And David longed, and said, Oh that one would give me drink of the water of the well of Bethlehem, that is at the gate!

Zabdi

1 Chronicles 12:35
And of the Danites expert in war twenty and eight thousand and six hundred.

Zaccur

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1. The original of Israel and Judah's genealogies
2. The Israelites
10. The priests
14. and the Levites, with Nethinims, who dwelt in Jerusalem
27. The charge of certain Levites
35. The stock of Saul and Jonathan














Bakbakkar
The name "Bakbakkar" is intriguing, as it is not widely mentioned elsewhere in the Bible. The root of the name may suggest "a searcher" or "one who seeks diligently." This highlights the importance of seeking God with diligence and fervor, a theme echoed throughout Scripture. In a spiritual sense, Bakbakkar represents those who are committed to pursuing God’s truth and wisdom.

Heresh
The name "Heresh" can be translated as "deaf" or "silent." This may symbolize the importance of listening to God in silence and being attentive to His voice. In a world filled with noise and distractions, Heresh reminds believers of the value of quietness and meditation in their spiritual walk.

Galal
The name "Galal" means "to roll" or "to roll away." This can be seen as a metaphor for God’s ability to roll away burdens and sins from His people. It is reminiscent of the stone rolled away from Jesus’ tomb, symbolizing victory over sin and death. Galal encourages believers to trust in God’s power to remove obstacles in their lives.

Mattaniah
The name "Mattaniah" means "gift of Yahweh." This highlights the concept of divine grace and the gifts that God bestows upon His people. Mattaniah serves as a reminder that every good and perfect gift comes from above, and believers are called to use their God-given gifts for His glory.

son of Mica
The phrase "son of Mica" indicates lineage and heritage. Mica, meaning "who is like God?" is a rhetorical question that emphasizes the uniqueness and incomparability of God. This lineage underscores the importance of a godly heritage and the passing down of faith through generations.

the son of Zichri
"Zichri" means "memorable" or "renowned." This suggests a legacy of faithfulness and a life that leaves a lasting impact. Zichri’s mention encourages believers to live lives that are memorable for their devotion to God and service to others.

the son of Asaph
Asaph was a prominent figure in the Levitical choir, known for his role in worship and music. The mention of Asaph connects this lineage to a rich tradition of worship and praise. Asaph’s legacy reminds believers of the power of worship in drawing closer to God and the importance of music in expressing faith and adoration.

(15, 16) The chronicler here omits the verse Nehemiah 11:16, after which follows, "And Mattaniah son of Micha son of Zabdi son of Asaph, the leader of praise, who used to give thanks after the prayer; and Bakbukiah the second among his brethren, and Abda son of Shammua, son of Galal, son of Jeduthun."

Bakbakkar and Bakbukiah are clearly variants of the same name, the latter being probably right.

Heresh, and Galal are omitted in Nehemiah 11

Zichri here is doubtless "Zabdi" there: a confusion of similar letters, k, b, r, d.

Obadiah the son of Shemaiah is the same as "Abda son of Shammua."

Berechiah the son of Asa, the son of Elkanah.--Unmentioned in Nehemiah 11 As the name Elkanah appears in the pedigree of Heman (1Chronicles 6:34), it is supposed that Berechiah represents the Hemanite guild, which is otherwise conspicuous here by its omission. Perhaps "son of Heman" has dropped out of the text, as there are two names between Mattaniah and Asaph, Obadiah and Jeduthun. It thus appears that 1Chronicles 9:15-16 are concerned with the Levitieal choirs; comp. 1Chronicles 9:33. . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Bakbakkar,
וּבַקְבַּקַּ֥ר (ū·ḇaq·baq·qar)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1230: Bakbakkar -- a Levite

Heresh,
חֶ֖רֶשׁ (ḥe·reš)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2792: Heresh -- a Levite

Galal,
וְגָלָ֑ל (wə·ḡā·lāl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1559: Galal -- two Levites

and Mattaniah
וּמַתַּנְיָה֙ (ū·mat·tan·yāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4983: Mattaniah -- 'gift of Yah', the last king of Judah, also a number of Israelites

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Mica,
מִיכָ֔א (mî·ḵā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4316: Mica -- three Israelites

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Zichri,
זִכְרִ֖י (ziḵ·rî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2147: Zichri -- the name of several Israelites

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Asaph;
אָסָֽף׃ (’ā·sāp̄)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 623: Asaph -- 'gatherer', the name of several Israelites


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