פְּלַטְיָ֫הוּ (pe.lat.yah)
pe.lat.yah
Pelatiah
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Pelatiah, or pe.lat.yah, carries the meaning "Jehovah delivers." It appears only twice in the Hebrew Bible, identifying two distinct individuals from different eras and tribes. The first is a Simeonite captain under King Hezekiah who led troops against Amalekites (1 Chronicles 4:42). The second is a leader among those who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah after the exile (Nehemiah 10:22).
Although the name itself is not a theological term, its usage highlights a recurring biblical theme: God’s active role in rescuing His people from danger and restoring them to community. In both instances, bearers of this name are associated with military victory and religious renewal, reflecting a hope that deliverance comes from the Lord rather than human strength alone.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Pelatiah means "Jehovah delivers." It appears in two brief genealogical lists, yet it carries a weighty promise for believers today. In 1 Chronicles 4:42, Pelatiah leads Simeonite warriors into battle against the Amalekites. This moment reminds us that true security comes not from our own strength, but from the Lord who fights for His people.
Later, in Nehemiah’s time, another Pelatiah signs the covenant to restore Jerusalem’s walls. This shows that deliverance is not just about rescue from danger, but also about restoration and community. When we face obstacles, we can trust that God provides both protection and renewal. His faithfulness spans generations, offering hope to those who seek Him.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ Pelatiah1×
- Pelatiah1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- פְּלַטְיָ֣ה1×
- וּ/פְלַטְיָ֡ה1×
Key Verses
-
I Chronicles 4:42
Some of them, even of the sons of Simeon, five hundred men, went to Mount Seir, having for their captains Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi.
This verse highlights Pelatiah as a military leader, emphasizing that deliverance often involves active courage and God's guidance in conflict.
-
I Chronicles 3:21
The sons of Hananiah: Pelatiah and Jeshaiah; the sons of Rephaiah, the sons of Arnan, the sons of Obadiah, the sons of Shecaniah.
Here Pelatiah appears in a genealogy, showing how God’s redemptive plan continues through ordinary family lines and faithful descendants.