And when Baalhanan was dead, Hadad reigned in his stead: and the name of his city was Pai; and his wife’s name was Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred, the daughter of Mezahab.
When Baal-Hanan died, Hadad became king in his place. His capital city was called Pai, and his wife's name was Mehetabel, who was the daughter of Matred and granddaughter of Mezahab.
This verse records the succession of Edomite kings, showing how leadership passed from one ruler to the next with details about the new king's city and family.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a lengthy genealogy in the Book of 1 Chronicles, which records the descendants of Esau and the early kings of Edom, a nation descended from Esau and located southeast of Israel. It highlights the succession of Edomite rulers like Hadad, showing how ancient biblical writers documented royal lineages to preserve historical and tribal identities. Such genealogies served to underscore God's overarching plan in history, connecting the Edomites to the broader narrative of Israel's neighbors.
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