A biblical name, traditionally identified with a musician and composer in ancient Israel, associated with temple music and psalms.
From Hebrew Asaph, possibly meaning 'gatherer' (asaf 'to gather'). Appears in Old Testament as chief musician under King David.
Asaph was credited with composing temple psalms that are still sung in churches today—the fact that we know his name from 3,000 years ago suggests ancient musicians had real fame and recognition.
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