Nehemiah 12:46

New International Reader's Version

A long time ago there had been directors for the musicians. There had also been directors for the songs for giving thanks and praise to God. It was in the time of David and Asaph.

Cross References

1 Chronicles 9:33

Those who led the music lived in rooms in the temple. They were the leaders of their Levite families. Their only duty was to lead the music. They had to do that work day and night.

2 Chronicles 29:30

The king and his officials ordered the Levites to praise the Lord. They used the words of David and Asaph the prophet. They sang praises with joy. They bowed down and worshiped the Lord.

Nehemiah 11:17

There was also Mattaniah. He led in prayer and in giving thanks. He was the son of Mika. Mika was the son of Zabdi. Zabdi was the son of Asaph. There was also Bakbukiah. He was second among those who helped Mattaniah. And there was Abda. He was the son of Shammua. Shammua was the son of Galal. Galal was the son of Jeduthun.

Psalm 137:4

How can we sing the songs of the Lord while we are in another land?

Psalm 73:1

God is truly good to Israel. He is good to those who have pure hearts.

Psalm 83:1

God, don’t remain silent. Don’t refuse to listen. Do something, God.