Peleth פֶּ֫לֶת

Male H6431G 1 book

Reubenite, father of On who rebelled against Moses

Biography

Peleth was a Reubenite, the father of On, who was involved in Korah's rebellion against Moses, according to Num.16.1. Korah, a Levite, led a group of 250 leaders in challenging the authority of Moses and Aaron. On son of Peleth was one of the rebels, along with Dathan and Abiram, sons of Eliab. However, On is not mentioned again in the story, and some scholars suggest he may have withdrawn from the rebellion. The rebellion was a serious challenge to Moses' leadership and resulted in God's judgment on the rebels. Peleth's mention as On's father highlights the involvement of Reubenites in this significant event.

Family

In Scripture

1 biblical book
Numbers 1 verse
  • Numbers 16:1

    "Now Korah, the son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, with Dathan and Abiram, the sons of Eliab, and On, the son of Peleth, sons of Reuben, took some men."

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew פֶּ֫לֶת H6431G