2 Chronicles 29:14

And of the sons of Heman; Jehiel, and Shimei: and of the sons of Jeduthun; Shemaiah, and Uzziel.

And of the sons {H1121} of Heman {H1968}; Jehiel {H3171}, and Shimei {H8096}: and of the sons {H1121} of Jeduthun {H3038}; Shemaiah {H8098}, and Uzziel {H5816}.

of the descendants of Heman, Yechi'el and Shim'i; and of the descendants of Y'dutun, Sh'ma'yah and 'Uzi'el.

Jehiel and Shimei from the Hemanites; and Shemaiah and Uzziel from the Jeduthunites.

and of the sons of Heman, Jehuel and Shimei; and of the sons of Jeduthun, Shemaiah and Uzziel.

Commentary

2 Chronicles 29:14 is part of King Hezekiah's extensive efforts to restore the worship of God in Judah after the idolatrous reign of his father, Ahaz. This verse specifically lists two individuals, Jehiel and Shimei, from the sons of Heman, and Shemaiah and Uzziel, from the sons of Jeduthun. These men were Levites, designated by Hezekiah to assist in the crucial task of cleansing and consecrating the Temple in Jerusalem.

Context

Upon ascending the throne, King Hezekiah immediately distinguished himself from his wicked predecessors. In the first month of his reign, he reopened and repaired the doors of the Temple, which had been shut and neglected. He then gathered the Levites and priests, challenging them to purify themselves and then cleanse the house of the Lord. This was a monumental undertaking, as the Temple had become defiled by years of idolatry and neglect. Verses like 2 Chronicles 29:3-5 detail Hezekiah's direct command to the Levites, urging them to sanctify themselves and remove the defilement from the sanctuary. The men listed in verse 14, along with many others, were key participants in this vital spiritual restoration project.

Key Themes

  • Restoration and Renewal: The verse highlights the practical aspect of Hezekiah's spiritual revival. It wasn't just a decree but involved diligent, physical work to restore what had been defiled. This reflects God's desire for His people to return to Him and for His dwelling place to be holy.
  • Order and Specificity: The meticulous listing of names, even within family lines (sons of Heman, sons of Jeduthun), underscores the divine emphasis on order and accountability in God's service. Each individual had a specific, assigned role in this grand work of purification, contributing to the overall success. This attention to detail reflects God's own orderly nature, as seen in 1 Corinthians 14:40, where Paul instructs that all things should be done decently and in order.
  • Obedience and Service: These Levites responded faithfully to the king's call, demonstrating their commitment to God and the restoration of proper worship. Their willingness to undertake the physically demanding and ceremonially significant task of cleansing the Temple is commendable.

Linguistic Insights

While this verse primarily consists of a list of names, its significance lies in the identity of the individuals. Heman and Jeduthun were two of the three principal Levitical choirmasters and musicians appointed by King David for Temple service (1 Chronicles 25:1). Their descendants continued in these important roles, and here we see them also involved in the practical, hands-on work of purification. The very act of listing these names signifies that every individual contribution, no matter how seemingly small or laborious, was important in God's eyes and worthy of being recorded in His divine narrative.

Practical Application

This verse reminds us that spiritual revival and restoration often require practical, diligent effort from many individuals. Just as the physical Temple needed cleansing, our own "spiritual house" (our lives, our churches) may require purification from spiritual defilement. Each believer, like these Levites, has a unique and valuable role to play in God's work, whether it is a prominent leadership position or a more humble, behind-the-scenes task. God sees and values every act of faithful service. We are called to be temples of the Holy Spirit, and maintaining spiritual purity is an ongoing responsibility.

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Cross-References

  • 1 Chronicles 6:33

    And these [are] they that waited with their children. Of the sons of the Kohathites: Heman a singer, the son of Joel, the son of Shemuel,

  • 1 Chronicles 25:3

    Of Jeduthun: the sons of Jeduthun; Gedaliah, and Zeri, and Jeshaiah, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah, six, under the hands of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with a harp, to give thanks and to praise the LORD.

  • 1 Chronicles 25:1

    ¶ Moreover David and the captains of the host separated to the service of the sons of Asaph, and of Heman, and of Jeduthun, who should prophesy with harps, with psalteries, and with cymbals: and the number of the workmen according to their service was:

  • 1 Chronicles 25:6

    All these [were] under the hands of their father for song [in] the house of the LORD, with cymbals, psalteries, and harps, for the service of the house of God, according to the king's order to Asaph, Jeduthun, and Heman.

  • 1 Chronicles 15:19

    So the singers, Heman, Asaph, and Ethan, [were appointed] to sound with cymbals of brass;
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