Amasai
Amasai, a priest, was among those who blew the trumpet when the Ark of the Covenant was brought to Jerusalem.
The name Amasai means “strong”
MaleDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book1 verse
Summary
A musician living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1 Chronicles 15:24; only referred to as Amasai (עֲמָשַׂי).
Glossary entries
Alternative names
- עֲמָשַׂיAmasai
Mentions
- Shebaniah, Joshaphat, Nethanel, Amasai, Zechariah, Benaiah, and Eliezer—the priests—were to blow the trumpets before the ark of God. Obed-edom and Jehiah were also to be guardians of the ark.