Bible Dictionary
Paltite
Paltite was a designation applied to Helez, one of David’s mighty men. The parallel account calls him a Pelonite, so the precise meaning of the designation is uncertain.
Definition
Paltite is a designation applied to Helez, one of David’s thirty valiant men. In parallel records Helez is called a Pelonite, so the precise meaning of “Paltite” is uncertain. It may be a patronymic connected with Palti or a designation of origin, but the supplied records do not establish which explanation is correct.
Biblical Usage
The designation appears in the list of David’s mighty men, where it describes Helez. Parallel accounts use “Pelonite” for the same man and also associate Helez with the children of Ephraim.
Historical Background
The variation between Paltite and Pelonite has produced uncertainty in the designation. One proposed explanation connects it with Palti; another connects it with Beth-pelet in Lower Judah. The records do not resolve the issue.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
The designation of one of David’s heroes (2 Sam. 23:26); called also the Pelonite (1 Chr. 11:27).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>pal'-tit (palTi (as Palti); The Septuagint has: Codex Vaticanus Kelothei; Codex Alexandrinus Phellonei): The description occurs but once in this form and is then applied to Helez, one of David's 30 valiant men (2Sa 23:26). Helez' name, however, occurs in 1Ch 11:27 and 27:10 as the "Pelonite." Doubtless there is some confusion of words. The word may be given as a patronymic of Palti, or it may designate a native of the village of Beth-pelet mentioned in Jos 15:27 and Ne 11:26 as being in Lower Judah. Helez, however, is described as "of the children of Ephraim" in 1Ch 27:10.</p>