Overview
Padon was among the servants of Solomon whose family line survived the Babylonian captivity and returned to Jerusalem. His descendants are listed among those who came back under Zerubbabel's leadership to participate in the restoration of the temple and city. This genealogical record demonstrates God's faithfulness in preserving a remnant through exile.
Key Scriptures
"The children of Solomon's servants: the children of Sotai, the children of Hassophereth, the children of Peruda, the children of Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel, the children of Shephatiah, the children of Hattil, the children of Pochereth-hazzebaim, the children of Amon." (Ezra 2:55-57, ESV)
"The children of Solomon's servants: the children of Sotai, the children of Hassophereth, the children of Peruda, the children of Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel, the children of Shephatiah, the children of Hattil, the children of Pochereth-hazzebaim, the children of Amon." (Nehemiah 7:57-59, ESV)
Application
Padon's descendants remind us that God preserves His people through trials and judgement, calling them to return and rebuild their faith and community.