Paltiel
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Paltiel in the Bible?
A prince of the tribe of Issachar mentioned in Numbers 34:26, listed among the officials designated to allocate the inheritance of the land.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Paltiel clarifies the administrative structure of the Israelite tribes during the settlement period, illustrating how specific tribal representatives were assigned distinct roles in the territorial distribution of Canaan.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Paltiel reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Paltiel in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Paltiel clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Numbers 34:26
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
"Paltiel." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/paltiel/