Pethuel is mentioned in the Bible as the father of the prophet Joel (Joel 1:1). No other information is provided about Pethuel's life, occupation, or lineage. His name means "vision of God" or "sincerity of God," which may suggest that he was a devout man. As the father of a prophet, it is possible that Pethuel played a role in Joel's spiritual upbringing and influenced his son's devotion to God. However, the Bible does not provide any further details about their relationship or Pethuel's life.
Pethuel
EnglishA man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jol.1.1.