Pithon פִּיתוֹן
Descendant of King Saul
Who is Pithon in the Bible?
Pithon was a descendant of King Saul mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin recorded in 1 Chronicles 8:35 and 9:41. He is identified as one of the sons of Micah, who traced his lineage back to Saul through Jonathan. The biblical text provides no additional information about Pithon's personal life, accomplishments, or role in Israel's history. His mention in the genealogical records serves primarily to establish the continuity of Saul's family line among the Benjamites during the post-exilic period, contributing to the historical record of Israel's tribal leadership and ancestry.
Biography
Pithon is mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin in 1Ch.8.35 and 1Ch.9.41. He is listed as one of the sons of Micah, who was a descendant of King Saul through his son Jonathan. The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 8 focuses on the descendants of Saul, the first king of Israel, who was from the tribe of Benjamin. The repetition of this genealogy in 1 Chronicles 9 emphasizes the importance of Saul's lineage and the prominence of the Benjamites in Israel's history. However, no additional details are provided about Pithon's life, his role within the family, or any significant events associated with him.
Family
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In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 8:35
"The sons of Micah: Pithon, Melech, Tarea, and Ahaz."
- 1 Chronicles 9:41
"The sons of Micah: Pithon, Melech, Tahrea, and Ahaz."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | פִּיתוֹן |