אֲשַׂרְאֵ֫לָה (a.sar.e.lah)
a.sar.e.lah
Asharelah
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
Asharelah appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, listed among the Levitical musicians appointed by King David for temple service (1 Chronicles 25:2). He is identified as a son of Asaph, placing him within one of the most prominent musical families in Israel’s history. The text notes he had brothers named Zaccur, Joseph, and Nethaniah, highlighting his place in a lineage dedicated to worship.
The name itself carries a theological weight, meaning "God holds." This etymology suggests a life sustained by divine care, fitting for someone whose role was to lead praise in the sanctuary. The sources also note that he is called Jesharelah in 1 Chronicles 25:14, indicating a variation in how his name was recorded or transmitted, though both forms point to the same individual serving in this sacred capacity.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Asharelah appears in Scripture as one of the Levitical musicians appointed by King David to serve in the temple. His name means "God holds," a reminder that our lives are sustained by divine care rather than our own strength. This etymology fits his role perfectly, as he led praise in the sanctuary alongside his brothers Zaccur, Joseph, and Nethaniah.
Being part of Asaph’s family placed him within a lineage dedicated to worship. The text highlights that these musicians prophesied under the king’s order, showing how music was woven into the spiritual life of Israel. For believers today, this points to the value of joining others in communal praise, trusting that God holds us as we offer our voices.
Though Asharelah is mentioned only once, his presence reminds us that every role in worship matters. Whether leading or supporting, Christians are called to faithful service. This word invites reflection on how God sustains those who serve Him, offering hope and stability in our own journeys of faith.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ Asarelah1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- וַ/אֲשַׂרְאֵ֖לָה1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 25:2
of the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, Joseph, Nethaniah, and Asharelah. The sons of Asaph were under the hand of Asaph, who prophesied at the order of the king.
This verse lists Asharelah among Asaph’s sons, establishing his place in a musical lineage dedicated to temple worship under royal authority.