Peleth פֶּ֫לֶת

Male Tribe of Judah H6431H 1 book

Son of Jonathan, descendant of Jerahmeel

Who is Peleth in the Bible?

Peleth was a son of Jonathan and a descendant of Jerahmeel, mentioned in the genealogy of Judah in 1 Chronicles 2:33. He is listed alongside his brother Zaza as part of the lineage that traced back through Jerahmeel, the firstborn son of Hezron and grandson of Judah. Beyond his appearance in this genealogical record, no further details are provided about Peleth's life or accomplishments. His inclusion in the genealogy of Judah indicates his place within the tribe of Judah during the period of Israel's settlement in Canaan or the early monarchy, serving as part of the documented family line that established tribal identity and inheritance claims.

Biography

Peleth was a son of Jonathan and a descendant of Jerahmeel, according to the genealogy of Judah in 1Ch.2.33. Jerahmeel was the firstborn son of Hezron, who was a grandson of Judah. Peleth is listed along with his brother Zaza as sons of Jonathan. No further details are provided about Peleth's life or role. His inclusion in the genealogy indicates he was part of the tribe of Judah and lived during the period of Israel's settlement in Canaan or the early monarchy.

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In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 2:33

    "The sons of Jonathan: Peleth and Zaza. These were the descendants of Jerahmeel."

Names & Aliases

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Named Hebrew פֶּ֫לֶת
Encyclopedia Article

Peleth

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

(2) A descendant of Jerahmeel (1Ch 2:33).

pel'-e-thits, pe'-leth-its (pelethi): A company of David's bodyguard, like the CHERETHITES (which see) (2Sa 8:18; <ref osisRef="Bible:2Sam.1