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Beth-Pelet

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Geographical Setting

Beth-pelet was an ancient fortified city in the territory of Judah, identified with the site of Tell el-Far'ah (South).

What is the meaning of Beth-Pelet in the Bible?

Beth-pelet, meaning 'house of breaking' or 'house of flight,' is a city in Judah mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:31 and Nehemiah 11:30 as one of the settlements inhabited by the tribe of Simeon and later by returning exiles. It is distinct from the Beth-pelet mentioned in Hosea 9:15, which is associated with Aiath.

SIGNIFICANCE

Identifying Beth-pelet helps clarify the territorial boundaries of the southern tribes and illustrates the administrative reorganization of Judah during the post-exilic period, providing concrete geographical context for the biblical narratives of settlement and return.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Geopolitical & Terrain Context: Beth-Pelet held strategic importance. Understanding its position and trade routes explains why key biblical events unfolded here.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
  • Why did the biblical author mention Beth-Pelet in this passage?
  • What cultural or historical assumption does Beth-Pelet clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned: 1 Chronicles 4:31Nehemiah 11:30Hosea 9:15

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Source Attribution

Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.

How to Cite This Entry

"Beth-Pelet." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/bethpelet/
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