Bible Dictionary
Ben
Ben was a Levite appointed to assist in the musical service connected with bringing the ark to Jerusalem. The text and identity are somewhat uncertain.
Definition
Ben means “son.” In the supplied biblical reference, Ben is identified as a Levite appointed to assist in the musical service connected with bringing the ark to Jerusalem. The text concerning his name and identity is uncertain.
Biblical Usage
Ben appears in the list of those appointed for service at the bringing of the ark. The supplied material notes that the name is omitted in another verse and is absent from the Septuagint there.
Historical Background
The textual uncertainty is reflected in differing lists of the Levites appointed for the service.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(son), a Levite, one of the porters appointed by David for the ark. (1 Chronicles 15:18)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ben (ben, "son"): A Levite appointed to assist as musician in the temple service (1Ch 15:18). The text seems to be doubtful, since the name is omitted in 1Ch 15:20 and not mentioned at all in the Septuagint.</p>