Bible Person

Maaseiah

Meaning: the work of the Lord · Male · 2 cross references

This Maaseiah entry refers to a Levite appointed in David's arrangements for moving and praising before the ark. He belongs to the carefully ordered worship personnel surrounding one of the great liturgical moments in Israel's history. First appears in 1 Chr 15:18.1

AI summary: This Maaseiah matters because the cross references place him among the Levites assigned specific musical and ceremonial responsibilities when the ark is brought with joy and reverence. His presence reinforces the ordered, communal nature of worship under David. Taken together, the material presents this Maaseiah as one of the named servants whose obedience helps shape Israel's public praise.1

Central Figure

Maaseiah

Meaning: the work of the Lord

One of the Levites whom David appointed as porter for the ark (1 Chr.