Pelaiah פְּלָיָה
Descendant of King David
Who is Pelaiah in the Bible?
Pelaiah was a descendant of King David mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 3:24. He was the son of Elioenai and part of David's lineage that continued through Solomon and Jehoiachin into the post-exilic period. Beyond his name and family connections, the Bible provides no additional information about his personal life or accomplishments. His inclusion in this genealogy demonstrates the preservation and continuation of David's royal line even after the Babylonian exile, affirming God's faithfulness to His covenant promises regarding David's descendants.
Biography
Pelaiah is mentioned in the genealogy of King David's descendants in 1Ch.3.24. He is listed as one of the six sons of Elioenai, who was a descendant of David through the line of Solomon and Jehoiachin. This genealogy traces David's lineage after the Babylonian exile, suggesting that Pelaiah lived in the post-exilic period. However, no other details are provided about Pelaiah's life or role. His inclusion in the genealogy may serve to demonstrate the continuation of David's line even after the exile.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Hodaviah Tribe of JudahSon of ElioenaiA descendant of David through Jeconiah.View full profile →
- Eliashib MalePriest during King David's reignView full profile →
- Akkub Tribe of JudahSon of ElioenaiDescendant of King Jehoiachin of JudahView full profile →
- Johanan MaleDavid's warriorA Gadite warrior who joined David at ZiklagView full profile →
- Delaiah MalePriest in charge of the twenty-third divisionView full profile →
- Anani Tribe of JudahSon of ElioenaiDescendant of King DavidView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 3:24
"The sons of Elioenai: Hodaviah, Eliashib, Pelaiah, Akkub, Johanan, Delaiah, and Anani—seven in all."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | פְּלָיָה |