Padon is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the context of the post-exilic period of Israel's history. He is identified as one of the ancestors of a family group that returned from the Babylonian exile. The name "Padon" appears in the genealogical records that are part of the efforts to reestablish the community and religious practices in Jerusalem and Judah after the return from captivity.

Biblical References:

1. Ezra 2:44 : "The descendants of Keros, the descendants of Siaha, the descendants of Padon." This verse is part of a larger list detailing the families and individuals who returned to Jerusalem and Judah with Zerubbabel. The mention of Padon here indicates that his descendants were among those who participated in the rebuilding efforts.

2. Nehemiah 7:47 : "The descendants of Keros, the descendants of Sia, the descendants of Padon." This passage mirrors the account in Ezra, reaffirming the presence of Padon's descendants in the post-exilic community. Nehemiah's record serves to confirm and validate the genealogical and historical data concerning the returnees.

Historical and Theological Context:

The return from Babylonian exile was a significant event in Jewish history, marking the fulfillment of God's promises to restore His people to their land. The genealogical records, including the mention of Padon, were crucial for reestablishing tribal and familial identities, which were essential for the restoration of religious and social order according to the Mosaic Law.

Padon's inclusion in these records highlights the importance of every family and individual in the collective effort to rebuild the nation. The genealogies served not only as historical documentation but also as a testament to God's faithfulness in preserving His people through the exile and bringing them back to their homeland.

Cultural and Religious Significance:

The mention of Padon, though brief, underscores the broader biblical theme of restoration and continuity. Each name in the genealogical lists represents a link in the chain of God's covenant people, emphasizing the communal nature of Israel's identity and mission. The returnees, including the descendants of Padon, were tasked with the physical and spiritual rebuilding of their society, a process that involved reestablishing the temple, the priesthood, and adherence to the Law.

In the conservative Christian tradition, these genealogies are often viewed as a testament to God's sovereignty and providence. They reflect the belief that God works through history and individuals to accomplish His divine purposes, ensuring the preservation and continuation of His covenant promises through successive generations.Padon

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Padon

(deliverance) the ancestor of a family of Nethinim who returned with Zerubbabel. (Ezra 2:41; Nehemiah 7:47) (B.C. before 529.)

PADON

pa'-don (padhon, "redemption"): One of the Nethinim (see NETHINIM) who returned with Zerubbabel (Ezra 2:44 Nehemiah 7:47); the "Phaleas" of 1 Esdras 5:29 (margin "Padon").

6303. Padon -- "ransom," head of a family of Nethinim
... 6302b, 6303. Padon. 6304 . "ransom," head of a family of Nethinim. Transliteration:
Padon Phonetic Spelling: (paw-done') Short Definition: Padon. ...
/hebrew/6303.htm - 6kPadon (2 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia PADON. pa'-don (padhon, "redemption ... 5:29 (margin
"Padon"). Multi-Version Concordance Padon (2 Occurrences). ...
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Keros (2 Occurrences)
... Keros (2 Occurrences). Ezra 2:44 the children of Keros, the children of Siaha, the
children of Padon, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Paddle-rudders (1 Occurrence)
Paddle-rudders. Paddle, Paddle-rudders. Padon . Multi-Version Concordance ...
(WEY). Paddle, Paddle-rudders. Padon . Reference Bible.
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Pads (2 Occurrences)

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Phaleas
... fa-le'-as (Phalaias): A family of "temple-servants" who went up with Zerubbabel
from Babylon (1 Esdras 5:29) = "Padon" of Ezra 2:44.CS>; the King James Version ...
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Si'aha (1 Occurrence)
... Si'aha (1 Occurrence). Ezra 2:44 the children of Keros, the children of Siaha, the
children of Padon, (See RSV). Siaha, Si'aha. Sibbecai . Reference Bible.
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Si'a (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Si'a (1 Occurrence). Nehemiah 7:47 the children of Keros,
the children of Sia, the children of Padon, (See RSV). Sia, Si'a. Siaha > ...
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Siaha (1 Occurrence)
... Siaha (1 Occurrence). Ezra 2:44 the children of Keros, the children of Siaha, the
children of Padon, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Sia (1 Occurrence)
... Sia (1 Occurrence). Nehemiah 7:47 the children of Keros, the children of Sia, the
children of Padon, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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