פְּלֻגָּה (pe.lug.gah)
pe.lug.gah
division
H:N-FQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 3 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- H:N-F
Word Overview
The Hebrew noun peluggeh means a division or section, specifically referring to an organized group within a larger body. In Scripture, it appears only three times, and its usage is quite specialized. It denotes the structured groups into which the priests were arranged for their temple duties.
This term shows up in 2 Chronicles 35:5, where King Josiah instructs the Levites to place the sacred ark in the temple and organize themselves by their divisions for service. The word highlights the orderliness of worship rather than a split or separation in the negative sense. It reflects a system designed to ensure that religious responsibilities were shared and carried out efficiently among the faithful.
While the related Aramaic form appears in other contexts, this Hebrew word anchors itself firmly in the realm of temple administration. It reminds readers that ancient Israelite worship was not chaotic but carefully structured, with each group playing a specific role in maintaining the spiritual life of the community.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word peluggeh refers to an organized division or section within a larger group. In its only biblical appearances, it describes how priests and Levites were arranged for temple service. This was not about creating conflict or separation, but about establishing order so that worship could proceed smoothly and every duty was covered.
When King Josiah called the people to restore proper worship, he asked them to stand according to these established divisions. This structure ensured that everyone knew their role and contributed to the spiritual life of the community. It shows that God values order and cooperation in how we serve Him.
In your own life, this reminds us that we are part of a larger body. Just as the Levites had specific roles, you have unique gifts and places where you can serve. Finding your place within the community of faith brings peace and purpose, knowing that your contribution matters to the whole.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 3 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- to/ [the] divisions of2×
- among/ [the] divisions of1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- לִ/פְלֻגּוֹת֙1×
- לִ/פְלַגּ֣וֹת1×
- בִּ/פְלַגּ֣וֹת1×
Key Verses
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II Chronicles 35:5
Stand in the holy place according to the divisions of the fathers’ houses of your brothers the children of the people, and let there be for each a portion of a fathers’ house of the Levites.
This verse uses the word to describe the specific organizational structure Josiah restored for Levitical service in the temple.