פָּלָל (pa.lal)
pa.lal
Palal
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Palal, derived from the Hebrew root meaning to judge or intercede, appears only once in the Old Testament at Nehemiah 3:25. It identifies a specific individual, the son of Uzai, who lived during the period of the Exile and Return. In this context, he is recorded not as a leader or prophet, but as one of the many workers involved in the physical reconstruction of Jerusalem’s walls.
While the name itself carries significant theological weight regarding judgment or prayer, its biblical usage here is strictly genealogical and historical. The sources highlight his role as a wall-builder, placing him among the diverse group of citizens who contributed to restoring the city’s defenses under Nehemiah’s leadership. This single mention serves as a reminder that the restoration of Jerusalem relied on the participation of ordinary individuals alongside prominent figures.
Palal’s inclusion in the list demonstrates how the biblical narrative values communal effort. By recording his name, the text preserves the identity of those who worked behind the scenes to rebuild their community. His legacy is tied directly to this act of civic and religious restoration, illustrating that faithful service often takes the form of practical labor rather than public office.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Palal appears in Nehemiah 3:25, identifying a man who worked on rebuilding Jerusalem’s walls. His story reminds us that God values ordinary faithfulness just as much as public leadership.
When we serve in our daily lives, whether at work or in our communities, we join a long line of believers who contribute to God’s purposes. This passage encourages us to take pride in the quiet, practical tasks we perform for others.
Your efforts matter to God. He sees your dedication and uses it to build up His people. Trust that your faithful service is part of something greater than yourself.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Palal1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- פָּלָ֣ל1×
Key Verses
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Nehemiah 3:25
Palal the son of Uzai made repairs opposite the turning of the wall, and the tower that stands out from the upper house of the king, which is by the court of the guard. After him Pedaiah the son of Parosh made repairs.
This verse identifies Palal specifically as a worker repairing the wall near the king's upper house, highlighting his role in the physical restoration of Jerusalem.