Original Word: פֶלֶט
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Pelet
Pronunciation: PEH-let
Phonetic Spelling: (peh'-let)
KJV: Pelet See also H1046
NASB: Pelet
Word Origin: [from H6403 (פָּלַט - deliver)]

1. escape
2. Pelet, the name of two Israelites

Pelet

From palat; escape; Pelet, the name of two Israelites -- Pelet. See also Beyth Pelet.

see HEBREW palat

see HEBREW Beyth Pelet

Word Origin
from palat
Definition
two Isr.
NASB Translation
Pelet (2).

מֶּ֫לֶט proper name, masculine 1. 1 Chronicles 2:47, Φαλεκ[γ, τ].

2 1 Chronicles 12:3, Ιωφαλητ, Φαλετ, etc. — see בֵּית מָּ֑לֶט

I. מַּלְטִי

adjective, of a people see בֵּית מָּ֑לֶט

Name and Meaning

Pelet (Strong’s Hebrew 6404) carries the sense of “deliverance” or “escape,” a nuance that colors both biblical occurrences and invites meditation on the God who rescues His people.

Biblical Occurrences

1. 1 Chronicles 2:47: Pelet is listed among the sons of Jahdai in Judah’s extended genealogy. “The sons of Jahdai: Regem, Jotham, Geshan, Pelet, Ephah, and Shaaph.”
2. 1 Chronicles 12:3: A Benjamite warrior named Pelet aligns with David at Ziklag during Saul’s reign. “The chief was Ahiezer, then Joash, the sons of Shemaah the Gibeathite; also Jeziel and Pelet, the sons of Azmaveth; Beracah, and Jehu the Anathothite.”

Genealogical Context

In 1 Chronicles 2, Pelet’s placement among Judahites demonstrates the chronicler’s aim to trace the messianic line and document lesser–known families that shared covenantal identity. His inclusion underscores how every household in Israel, no matter how obscure, forms part of the tapestry leading to the promised Seed.

Military and Tribal Associations

The Benjamite Pelet of 1 Chronicles 12:3 joins David while the king is still hunted by Saul. His commitment is noteworthy for three reasons:
• Timing: He casts his lot with the anointed yet unthroned king.
• Loyalty over lineage: Though a Benjamite like Saul, he chooses David, anticipating the united kingdom.
• Role in deliverance: Surrounded by warriors whose exploits contribute to David’s survival, Pelet’s very name (“deliverance”) mirrors the divine preservation experienced by David and, by extension, the nation.

Theological Reflections

Pelet’s sparse record embodies a recurring biblical principle: God accomplishes His redemptive plan through both prominent leaders and seemingly insignificant individuals. The name itself anticipates God’s saving acts—seen climactically in the Messiah who brings ultimate deliverance (Isaiah 53:5; Matthew 1:21).

Ministry Implications

• Unsung Faithfulness: Ministers and believers who labor outside public notice find encouragement in Pelet’s brief but honored mention.
• Covenant Identity: Genealogies matter because they anchor ministry in redemptive history; likewise, churches today preserve testimonies to remind each generation of God’s ongoing work.
• Courageous Alignment: Pelet’s decision to side with David prefigures the call to align with Christ even when allegiance is costly (Hebrews 13:13).

Related Names and Motifs

The root idea of “escape” echoes throughout Scripture—Noah’s preservation in the ark, Israel’s exodus, and the remnant theology of the prophets. Pelet’s name, therefore, is a miniature signpost to the deliverance God repeatedly secures for His people, culminating in the cross and resurrection.

Summary

Though appearing only twice, Pelet stands as both genealogical link and warrior of faith, reminding readers that God weaves deliverance into every chapter of salvation history, often through ordinary people whose devotion points to an extraordinary Savior.

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