Strong’s G5317

Φαλέκ

Part of speech

Proper Noun, Indeclinable

Transliteration

Phalek

Pronunciation

fah'-lek

Definition

Peleg

Meaning

Peleg, son of Eber, and one of the ancestors of Jesus.

Usage

The name "Peleg" is traditionally understood to mean "division" or "split." In the biblical context, Peleg is noted for the division of the earth, which is often interpreted as a significant event during his lifetime. This division is sometimes associated with the dispersion of peoples and languages at the Tower of Babel.

Bible references

Luke 3:35