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Asaph(2)

Asaph in the Bible — son of Berechiah (1CH 6:39), chosen first by lot (1CH 25:9). Asaph belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 8 scripture passages.

Name meaning: who gathers together

Profile

Gender
male
Tribe
Levi
Scripture References
8 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
7 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Asaphproper name
Hebrew
אָסָף
Transliteration
asaf
Meaning
gatherer
Greek
Ασαφ
Reference
1CH 6:39
Strong's
H623

Family & Relationships (7)

son

Berechiah(1CH 6:39)

father

Zaccur(1CH 25:2)
Joseph(1CH 25:2)
Nethaniah(1CH 25:2)
Asharelah(1CH 25:2)

ancestor

Zechariah(2CH 29:13)
Mattaniah(2CH 29:13)

Notes

Gershonites (Gershomites), from Gershon, son of Levi

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Asaph in the Bible?

Asaph is described in the Bible as son of Berechiah (1CH 6:39), chosen first by lot (1CH 25:9). Asaph belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Asaph mean?

The name Asaph means “who gathers together” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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