Tyndale Open Study Notes1 Chronicles 15

David once more planned to bring the ark of God to Jerusalem. This time, he prepared carefully to ensure success.

The first attempt to bring the ark to Jerusalem (1 Chronicles 13:1–14) failed due to improper procedure (see 15:13). This time, David prepared a place for the ark in Jerusalem and organized the Levites to carry it, as this was their responsibility (Deuteronomy 10:8; 18:5). The special tent David prepared for the ark was not the tabernacle, which was located at Gibeon at that time (see 1 Chronicles 16:39; 21:29).

See 1 Chronicles 13:1–10.

This is the first of three lists of Levitical musicians (see 1 Chronicles 15:19–22; 16:4–6). This list provides the names of the three leaders (Heman, Asaph, and Ethan; see 1 Chronicles 6:33–47) along with their assistants.

The second list of Levitical musicians highlighted their musical skills instead of their rank.

harps according to Alamoth: Alamoth is likely a melody sung in a soprano range. The word may be related to the Hebrew word ‘almah,’ which means “young woman.”

lyres according to the Sheminith: Sheminith might relate to a term meaning “octave,” suggesting a lower vocal range.

Michal's contempt for David (compare 2 Samuel 6:16–23) contrasts with God's blessing on the celebration (1 Chronicles 15:26). Her description as Saul's daughter suggests her attitude reflected her father's disregard for the Lord (see 1 Samuel 10:10–12; 13:7–14; 15:10–23; 28:1–25).