Abai was a Syrian martyr who lived during the fourth century. He was executed during the rule of Shapur II, alongside approximately 5,000 other individuals. Among those killed during this period were his mother, Astina, and other martyrs. His death is connected to the legend of the child martyr Saba Pirgushnasp, who was the son of a governor in Beth Arabaye. Abai is recognized as a saint within the Syriac Orthodox tradition.