Genesis 5
World English Bible
WEB1This is the book of the generations of Adam. In the day that God created man, he made him in God’s likeness. 2He created them male and female, and blessed them. On the day they were created, he named them Adam. 3Adam lived one hundred thirty years, and became the father of a son in his own likeness, after his image, and named him Seth. 4The days of Adam after he became the father of Seth were eight hundred years, and he became the father of other sons and daughters. 5All the days that Adam lived were nine hundred thirty years, then he died. 6Seth lived one hundred five years, then became the father of Enosh. 7Seth lived after he became the father of Enosh eight hundred seven years, and became the father of other sons and daughters. 8All of the days of Seth were nine hundred twelve years, then he died. 9Enosh lived ninety years, and became the father of Kenan. 10Enosh lived after he became the father of Kenan eight hundred fifteen years, and became the father of other sons and daughters. 11All of the days of Enosh were nine hundred five years, then he died. 12Kenan lived seventy years, then became the father of Mahalalel. 13Kenan lived after he became the father of Mahalalel eight hundred forty years, and became the father of other sons and daughters 14and all of the days of Kenan were nine hundred ten years, then he died. 15Mahalalel lived sixty-five years, then became the father of Jared. 16Mahalalel lived after he became the father of Jared eight hundred thirty years, and became the father of other sons and daughters. 17All of the days of Mahalalel were eight hundred ninety-five years, then he died. 18Jared lived one hundred sixty-two years, then became the father of Enoch. 19Jared lived after he became the father of Enoch eight hundred years, and became the father of other sons and daughters. 20All of the days of Jared were nine hundred sixty-two years, then he died. 21Enoch lived sixty-five years, then became the father of Methuselah. 22After Methuselah’s birth, Enoch walked with God for three hundred years, and became the father of more sons and daughters. 23All the days of Enoch were three hundred sixty-five years. 24Enoch walked with God, and he was not found, for God took him. 25Methuselah lived one hundred eighty-seven years, then became the father of Lamech. 26Methuselah lived after he became the father of Lamech seven hundred eighty-two years, and became the father of other sons and daughters. 27All the days of Methuselah were nine hundred sixty-nine years, then he died. 28Lamech lived one hundred eighty-two years, then became the father of a son. 29He named him Noah, saying, “This one will comfort us in our work and in the toil of our hands, caused by the ground which Yahweh has cursed.” 30Lamech lived after he became the father of Noah five hundred ninety-five years, and became the father of other sons and daughters. 31All the days of Lamech were seven hundred seventy-seven years, then he died. 32Noah was five hundred years old, then Noah became the father of Shem, Ham, and Japheth.
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Overview
Genesis Chapter 5 provides a genealogical record from Adam to Noah, emphasizing the continuity of God's creation and the unfolding of His plan through generations. The chapter begins with a reminder of the creation of humanity in the image of God, as it states, "When God created mankind, he made them in the likeness of God" (Genesis1:27). This lineage highlights the importance of each patriarch, particularly focusing on the lives of #Adam, #Seth, #Enosh, and others, who lived long lives, often exceeding 900 years. The ages and lifespans serve to illustrate the vitality of life in the early days of creation and the divine blessing upon humanity. Each entry in the genealogy concludes with the phrase, "and he died," which serves as a sobering reminder of the reality of sin and death entering the world through Adam's disobedience (Genesis3:19). This repetition underscores the inevitability of mortality, contrasting the eternal nature of God with human frailty.
The chapter culminates with the introduction of #Noah, who is set apart as a significant figure in the biblical narrative. His father, #Lamech, expresses hope that Noah will bring comfort from the toil of the cursed ground, indicating a prophetic insight into Noah's future role in God's plan for redemption. The genealogy not only connects the early patriarchs but also sets the stage for the impending judgment of the flood, highlighting the need for salvation and the promise of a new beginning through Noah. This chapter serves as a bridge between the creation narrative and the unfolding story of God's covenant with humanity.
Referenced by
- 2 Kings 2:1v24Both passages describe the translation of a prophet to heaven without experiencing death. Elijah's ascension in 2 Kings 2:1 parallels Enoch's in Genesis 5:24, highlighting God's power and the special status of these prophets.
- 1 Chronicles 1:1v11 Chronicles 1:1 begins with Adam, Seth, and Enosh, paralleling the genealogical record in Genesis 5:1-3, establishing the lineage from Adam.
- Hebrews 11:5v24Hebrews 11:5 mentions Enoch's faith, which led to him being taken by God, as described in Genesis 5:24 where Enoch walked with God and was no more.
- Jude 1:14-15v21Jude 1:14-15 cites Enoch, who is mentioned in Genesis 5:21-24 as walking with God, prophesying judgment on the ungodly.
Topics in this chapter
- Enoch
- Genealogy
- Faithfulness
- Walking with God
- Creation
- Eternal Life
- Lineage
- Faith
- Humanity
- Righteousness
- Adam
- Covenant
- Generations
- Hope
- Mortality
- Noah
- Redemption
- Family
- Life
- Seth
- The Fall
- The Flood
- Adam to Noah
- Advent
- Afterlife
- All Saints' Day
- Ash Wednesday
- Chay (Life)
- Curse
- Divine Favor
- Divine Mystery
- Eden
- Funeral
- God's Plan
- Heritage
- Holiness
- Image of God
- Immortality
- Intimacy with God
- Legacy
- Lifespan
- Longevity
- Methuselah
- Patriarchs
- Preparation
- Preservation
- Promise
- Promises
- Purpose
- Reflection in the Bible
- Relationship
- Sin
- Sovereignty of God
- Toledot
Related chapters
- Hebrews 11EnochWalking with GodThe Flood
- 1 Chronicles 1SethAdamThe Fall
- Genesis 3Ash WednesdayEdenAdam
- Genesis 4SethEdenAdam
- Genesis 2EdenAdamImage of God
- Genesis 6Walking with GodThe FloodNoah
- Jude 1EnochPreservationEternal Life
- Genesis 1Image of GodHumanityReflection in the Bible
- Romans 5AdamThe FallLife
- 1 Chronicles 3GenerationsGenealogyLineage
- Genesis 9Image of GodThe FloodNoah
- Luke 3GenealogyAdventPreparation
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