Overview
Mattithiah (also spelled Matithiah) was a Levite who played a significant role in Israel's religious life during David's reign. He served as a gatekeeper at the tabernacle, a skilled musician in the temple choir, and a leader in worship. He is mentioned across multiple genealogical and service records in Chronicles, indicating his prominence and faithfulness in temple ministry.
Key Scriptures
"Mattithiah also of the Levites, the firstborn of Shallum the Korahite, had the set office over the things that were made in the pans." (1 Chronicles 9:31, KJV)
"And with them their brethren of the second degree, Zechariah, Ben, and Jaaziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Unni, Eliab, and Benaiah, and Maaseiah, and Mattithiah, and Eliphelehu, and Mikneiah, and Obed-edom, and Jeiel, the porters." (1 Chronicles 15:18, KJV)
Application
Mattithiah's faithful service in often-unseen roles reminds believers that consistent devotion to God's work, regardless of prominence, is valued in His kingdom.