Maaseiah

Maaseiah was a Levite who served as a gatekeeper during the reign of King David (1 Chronicles 15:18,20). He is mentioned in the context of the transportation of the Ark of the Covenant from the house of Obed-Edom to Jerusalem. David organized a grand procession involving Levites, priests, and musicians to accompany the Ark (1 Chronicles 15:1-28). Maaseiah is listed among the gatekeepers who were appointed to carry the Ark and to play musical instruments, such as harps and lyres, during the procession (1 Chronicles 15:18,20). The gatekeepers were responsible for guarding the entrances to the tabernacle and later the temple, ensuring that only authorized personnel could enter (1 Chronicles 9:17-27). Maaseiah's participation in the transportation of the Ark and his role as a gatekeeper highlight the importance of the Levites' duties in the worship and service of God during David's reign.