15. Several Levites settled in Jerusalem. First, there was Shemaiah son of Hasshub. His ancestors were Azrikam, Hashabiah, and Bunni.
16. Next, there were Shabbethai and Jozabad, who were in charge of the work outside the temple.
17. Then there was Mattaniah son of Mica. His ancestors were Zabdi and Asaph. Mattaniah led the temple choir in the prayer of praise. Bakbukiah, who also settled in Jerusalem, was his assistant.Finally, there was Abda son of Shammua; his grandfather was Galal, and his great-grandfather was Jeduthun.
18. Altogether, two hundred and eighty-four Levites settled in the holy city.