Gilalai
/gil-uh-LAY-eye/
Summary
A Levitical musician who participated in the dedication of the rebuilt walls of Jerusalem under Nehemiah.
☩At the Dedication
Gilalai was one of the priests' sons appointed by Nehemiah to participate in the musical services during the dedication of Jerusalem's restored walls under Ezra's direction. He was part of the procession that used the musical instruments of David, following Zechariah with their songs and instruments of praise.
Key verses:Nehemiah 12:36
Related Verses1 mention
Nehemiah· 1 verse
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Gilalai," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. III (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
- 2.James Orr (ed.), "Gilalai," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. II (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).