Hananiah was one of the sons of Heman, a musician in King David's court (1 Chronicles 25:4). He and his brothers were appointed by David to prophesy with lyres, harps, and cymbals (1 Chronicles 25:1). Hananiah, along with his brothers, was assigned duties in the service of the house of God, according to the order prescribed by King David (1 Chronicles 25:23). The sons of Heman were known for their musical skills and were part of the Levitical musicians who ministered in the temple.
Hananiah
HemanEnglishA musician from the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.25.4.