Biblical Reference:
Pai is mentioned in the genealogical records of the descendants of Esau, specifically in the context of the chiefs of Edom. The reference to Pai is found in 1 Chronicles 1:50, where it is listed among the chiefs of Edom after the death of Baal-Hanan, the son of Achbor.

Scriptural Citation:
"When Baal-Hanan died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was Pai, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab." (1 Chronicles 1:50)

Historical and Geographical Context:
Pai is identified as a city in the region of Edom, which is located to the southeast of the Dead Sea. Edom is historically known as the land settled by the descendants of Esau, the brother of Jacob. The Edomites were often in conflict with the Israelites, and their territory was characterized by rugged terrain and significant trade routes.

Cultural and Theological Significance:
The mention of Pai in the genealogical records underscores the importance of lineage and leadership in the ancient Near Eastern context. The chiefs of Edom, including those associated with Pai, played significant roles in the governance and social structure of the Edomite people. The city of Pai, as the seat of Hadad's rule, indicates its importance as a center of power and influence within Edom.

Theologically, the inclusion of Edomite chiefs in the biblical genealogies highlights the broader narrative of God's dealings with the nations surrounding Israel. While Edom often stood in opposition to Israel, the biblical text acknowledges their place in the unfolding history of the region. This serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of the peoples in the biblical narrative and God's sovereignty over all nations.

Related Entries:
· Edom: The nation descended from Esau, often in conflict with Israel.
· Esau: The brother of Jacob, ancestor of the Edomites.
· Hadad: A king of Edom mentioned in the context of Pai.
· Genealogies: The biblical records of lineage, significant for understanding historical and theological contexts.

Note on Variants:
In some translations and manuscripts, Pai is referred to as "Pau." This variation does not significantly alter the understanding of the text but reflects differences in transliteration and manuscript traditions.Pai

Pau, howling; sighing

Pai

(blessing). [PAU]

PAI

pa'-i (pa`i; Phogor): The royal city of Hadad or Hadar, king of Edom (1 Chronicles 1:50). The name is given as "Pau" (pa`u) in Genesis 36:39. There is no indication of its position. It is not identified.

6464. Pau -- a place in Edom
Pau or Pai. 6463, 6464. Pau or Pai. 6465 . a place in Edom. Transliteration:
Pau or Pai Phonetic Spelling: (paw-oo') Short Definition: Pai. ...
/hebrew/6464.htm - 6k

Book ii
... Istud namque duice canticum spirituale quidem et speciale valde quia specialissimis
datum'; and C. reads: pai truly ar so stabyld put with no cry or noys ar ...
//christianbookshelf.org/rolle/the fire of love/book ii.htm

The Fire of Love --Book I
... C. reads: And noudyr pai will be ouycumyne, with auctorite ne resun pat pai sult
not be sene hawstande haue sayd pat wer vnacordyng.' And L. et nec auctoritate ...
//christianbookshelf.org/rolle/the fire of love/the fire of lovebook i.htm

Christ Consoles the Disciples with the Promise of his Return. ...
... of Polycarp will apply with vastly greater force to John and Christ: "Mallon
ga`r ta` to'te diamnemoneu'o ton e'nanchos ginome'non, ai ga`r ek pai'don mathe ...
/.../section 272 christ consoles the.htm

Footnotes
The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning. <. ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/footnotes.htm

Pai (1 Occurrence)
...PAI. pa'-i (pa`i; Phogor): The royal city of Hadad or Hadar, king of Edom (1
Chronicles 1:50). ... Multi-Version Concordance Pai (1 Occurrence). ...
/p/pai.htm - 7k

Sip'pai (1 Occurrence)
Sip'pai. Sippai, Sip'pai. Sir . Multi-Version Concordance Sip'pai
(1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 20:4 And it came to pass ...
/s/sip'pai.htm - 6k

Pau (2 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary (Genesis 36:39) or Pai (1 Chronicles 1:50), bleating,
an Edomitish city ruled over by Hadar. ... PAU. pa'u. See PAI. ...
/p/pau.htm - 7k

Pa'i (1 Occurrence)
Pa'i. Pai, Pa'i. Paid . Multi-Version Concordance Pa'i (1 Occurrence).
1 ... Mezahab. (See RSV). Pai, Pa'i. Paid . Reference Bible.
/p/pa'i.htm - 6k

Wife's (21 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 1:50 Baal Hanan died, and Hadad reigned in his place; and the name
of his city was Pai: and his wife's name was Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred ...
/w/wife's.htm - 12k

Mehet'abel (2 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 1:50 And Baal-hanan died, and Hadad reigned in his stead; and the name
of his city was Pai; and his wife's name was Mehetabel, the daughter of ...
/m/mehet'abel.htm - 7k

Mezahab (2 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 1:50 Baal Hanan died, and Hadad reigned in his place; and the name
of his city was Pai: and his wife's name was Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred ...
/m/mezahab.htm - 8k

Mehetabel (3 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 1:50 Baal Hanan died, and Hadad reigned in his place; and the name
of his city was Pai: and his wife's name was Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred ...
/m/mehetabel.htm - 8k

Matred (2 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 1:50 Baal Hanan died, and Hadad reigned in his place; and the name
of his city was Pai: and his wife's name was Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred ...
/m/matred.htm - 7k

Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus