The meaning of “פָּלַג”
Understanding pâlag reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
divide. - to split (literally or figuratively) 1) to divide, split 1a) (Niphal) to be split, be divided 1b) (Piel) 1b1) ...
פָּלַג
divide. - to split (literally or figuratively) 1) to divide, split 1a) (Niphal) to be split, be divided 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to split, cleave 1b2) to divide
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 10:25 | “And unto Eber were born two sons: the name of one was Peleg; for in his days was the earth divided; and his brother’s name was Joktan.” Word: פָּלַג (pâlag) | |
| 1 Chronicles 1:19 | “And unto Eber were born two sons: the name of the one was Peleg; because in his days the earth was divided: and his brother’s name was Joktan.” Word: פָּלַג (pâlag) | |
| Job 38:25 | “Who hath divided a watercourse for the overflowing of waters, or a way for the lightning of thunder;” Word: פָּלַג (pâlag) | |
| Psalms 55:9 | “Destroy, O Lord, and divide their tongues: for I have seen violence and strife in the city.” Word: פָּלַג (pâlag) |
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