Genesis 5:21
Genesis 5:21 in Multiple Translations
When Enoch was 65 years old, he became the father of Methuselah.
¶ And Enoch lived sixty and five years, and begat Methuselah:
And Enoch lived sixty and five years, and begat Methuselah:
And Enoch was sixty-five years old when he became the father of Methuselah:
When Enoch was 65, he had Methuselah.
Also Henoch liued sixtie and fiue yeeres, and begate Methushelah.
And Enoch liveth five and sixty years, and begetteth Methuselah.
Enoch lived sixty-five years, then became the father of Methuselah.
And Enoch lived sixty and five years, and begat Methuselah:
And Henoch lived sixty-five years, and begot Mathusala.
When Enoch was 65 years old, he became the father of Methuselah.
Enok lived a long time too. He was 65 years old when he had a son called Methuselah.
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 5:21
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Genesis 5:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַֽ/יְחִ֣י
חֲנ֔וֹךְ
חָמֵ֥שׁ
וְ/שִׁשִּׁ֖ים
שָׁנָ֑ה
וַ/יּ֖וֹלֶד
אֶת
מְתוּשָֽׁלַח
וַֽ/יְחִ֣י
châyâh
H2421
to live
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
חֲנ֔וֹךְ
Chănôwk
H2585
Hanoch
N-proper
חָמֵ֥שׁ
châmêsh
H2568
five
Adj
וְ/שִׁשִּׁ֖ים
shishshîym
H8346
sixty
Conj | Adj
שָׁנָ֑ה
shâneh
H8141
year
N-fs
וַ/יּ֖וֹלֶד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
מְתוּשָֽׁלַח
Mᵉthûwshelach
H4968
Methuselah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 5:21
וַֽ/יְחִ֣י
châyâh
H2421
"to live"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To live or have life is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also mean to revive or be quickened. It is used in the Bible to describe God's power to sustain life and restore people to health, as seen in the stories of the prophets and Jesus' miracles.
Definition: 1) to live, have life, remain alive, sustain life, live prosperously, live for ever, be quickened, be alive, be restored to life or health 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to live 1a1a) to have life 1a1b) to continue in life, remain alive 1a1c) to sustain life, to live on or upon 1a1d) to live (prosperously) 1a2) to revive, be quickened 1a2a) from sickness 1a2b) from discouragement 1a2c) from faintness 1a2d) from death 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to preserve alive, let live 1b2) to give life 1b3) to quicken, revive, refresh 1b3a) to restore to life 1b3b) to cause to grow 1b3c) to restore 1b3d) to revive 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to preserve alive, let live 1c2) to quicken, revive 1c2a) to restore (to health) 1c2b) to revive 1c2c) to restore to life
Usage: Occurs in 239 OT verses. KJV: keep (leave, make) alive, [idiom] certainly, give (promise) life, (let, suffer to) live, nourish up, preserve (alive), quicken, recover, repair, restore (to life), revive, ([idiom] God) save (alive, life, lives), [idiom] surely, be whole. See also: Genesis 5:3; 2 Samuel 16:16; Psalms 22:27.
חֲנ֔וֹךְ
Chănôwk
H2585
"Hanoch"
N-proper
Hanoch means dedicated and refers to several men in the Bible, including a son of Reuben and a son of Jared who was taken to heaven without dying, as seen in Genesis 5:24.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Reuben living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.9; son of: Reuben (H7205); brother of: Pallu (H6396), Hezron (H2696) and Carmi (H3756) Also named: cha.no.khi (חֲנֹכִי "Hanochite " H2599) § Enoch = "dedicated" 1) eldest son of Cain 2) son of Jared and father of Methuselah whom God took home to heaven without dying 3) the city which Cain built and named after his son Enoch (after himself) Hanoch = "dedicated" 4) a son of Midian, the third child 5) the eldest son of Reuben
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Enoch. See also: Genesis 4:17; Genesis 5:24; 1 Chronicles 5:3.
חָמֵ֥שׁ
châmêsh
H2568
"five"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number five. It is used throughout the Bible to describe quantities of five, such as five loaves of bread in Matthew 14:17. It can also mean a multiple of five.
Definition: 1) five 1a) five (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of five (with another number) 1c) fifth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 272 OT verses. KJV: fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). See also: Genesis 5:6; Numbers 31:45; Ezra 2:66.
וְ/שִׁשִּׁ֖ים
shishshîym
H8346
"sixty"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word represents the number sixty, often used to describe large quantities, like the sixty warriors who guarded King Solomon. It is also translated as three score, as seen in Psalm 90:10.
Definition: sixty, three score Aramaic equivalent: shit.tin (שִׁתִּין "sixty" H8361)
Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: sixty, three score. See also: Genesis 5:15; 1 Chronicles 2:21; Isaiah 7:8.
שָׁנָ֑ה
shâneh
H8141
"year"
N-fs
This word also means a year, like when Abraham was 100 years old in Genesis 21. It is used to describe a period of time, age, or a lifetime.
Definition: 1) year 1a) as division of time 1b) as measure of time 1c) as indication of age 1d) a lifetime (of years of life) Aramaic equivalent: she.nah (שְׁנָה "year" H8140)
Usage: Occurs in 647 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] whole age, [idiom] long, [phrase] old, year([idiom] -ly). See also: Genesis 1:14; Genesis 47:28; Numbers 7:35.
וַ/יּ֖וֹלֶד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to give birth or beget a child, like when Eve gave birth to Cain in Genesis 4:1. It can also mean to help someone give birth, like a midwife. This word is used in many KJV translations, including Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to bear, bringforth, beget, gender, travail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bear, bring forth 1a1a) of child birth 1a1b) of distress (simile) 1a1c) of wicked (behaviour) 1a2) to beget 1b) (Niphal) to be born 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cause or help to bring forth 1c2) to assist or tend as a midwife 1c3) midwife (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be born 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to beget (a child) 1e2) to bear (fig. -of wicked bringing forth iniquity) 1f) (Hophal) day of birth, birthday (infinitive) 1g) (Hithpael) to declare one's birth (pedigree)
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: bear, beget, birth(-day), born, (make to) bring forth (children, young), bring up, calve, child, come, be delivered (of a child), time of delivery, gender, hatch, labour, (do the office of a) midwife, declare pedigrees, be the son of, (woman in, woman that) travail(-eth, -ing woman). See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 30:19; 2 Samuel 21:22.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מְתוּשָֽׁלַח
Mᵉthûwshelach
H4968
"Methuselah"
N-proper
Methuselah was a man who lived before the Flood, mentioned in Genesis 5:21 as the son of Enoch and father of Lamech. His name means man of the dart. He was part of the lineage of Seth, the third son of Adam.
Definition: A man living at the time before the Flood, first mentioned at Gen.5.21; son of: Enoch (H2585H); father of: Lamech (H3929H) Also named: Mathousala (Μαθουσάλα "Methuselah" G3103) § Methuselah = "man of the dart" son of Enoch, 6th in descent from Seth, and father of Lamech
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Methuselah. See also: Genesis 5:21; Genesis 5:26; 1 Chronicles 1:3.
Study Notes — Genesis 5:21
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- Genesis 5:21 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 5:21
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 5:21
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 5:21
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 5:21
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 5:21
- Sermons on Genesis 5:21
Context — God Takes Up Enoch
19And after he had become the father of Enoch, Jared lived 800 years and had other sons and daughters.
20So Jared lived a total of 962 years, and then he died.
21When Enoch was 65 years old, he became the father of Methuselah.
22And after he had become the father of Methuselah, Enoch walked with God 300 years and had other sons and daughters. 23So Enoch lived a total of 365 years.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 3:37 | the son of Methuselah, the son of Enoch, the son of Jared, the son of Mahalalel, the son of Cainan, |
Genesis 5:21 Summary
This verse tells us that when Enoch was 65 years old, he had a son named Methuselah. This is a significant event in Enoch's life, as it marked the beginning of a new generation. As we read in Genesis 5:22, after Methuselah was born, Enoch walked with God for 300 years, which means he lived a life that was pleasing to God. This verse reminds us that our lives are not just about our own accomplishments, but about the legacy we leave for future generations, and how we can live a life that honors God, just as Enoch did (Psalm 119:105).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Enoch's age when he became the father of Methuselah?
Enoch was 65 years old when he became the father of Methuselah, which is relatively young compared to his father Jared, who lived 962 years (Genesis 5:20). This highlights God's sovereignty in the lives of His people, as seen in Genesis 1:1 where God creates life.
Who was Methuselah and what is his significance in the Bible?
Methuselah was the son of Enoch and the grandfather of Noah (Genesis 5:21-32, Genesis 7:1). His name means 'man of the dart' or 'his death shall bring', and he is notable for being the longest-lived person in the Bible, living 969 years (Genesis 5:27).
What can we learn from Enoch's life and his relationship with God?
Enoch's life is an example of a person who walked with God (Genesis 5:22-24), and his story teaches us about the importance of faith and obedience to God, as seen in Hebrews 11:5-6 where Enoch's faith is commended.
How does Enoch's story relate to the larger narrative of the Bible?
Enoch's story is part of the larger narrative of God's relationship with humanity, from creation (Genesis 1:1) to the early descendants of Adam (Genesis 5:1-32), and ultimately to the coming of Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate example of a life lived in obedience to God (John 1:1-14).
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to 'walk with God' as Enoch did, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How does Enoch's faith and obedience to God inspire me to deepen my own relationship with Him?
- What are some ways that I can follow Enoch's example of living a life that is pleasing to God, even in a world that may not always understand or support my faith?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty, even when I do not understand the circumstances of my life, just as Enoch did when he became the father of Methuselah at a relatively young age?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 5:21
And Enoch lived sixty and five years, and begat Methuselah. Here the Septuagint version adds again an hundred years; and that Enoch had a son, whose name was Methuselah, is affirmed by Eupolemus (r),
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 5:21
And Jared lived after he begat Enoch eight hundred years, and begat sons and daughters: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 5:21
Whose name is thought by some learned men to contain a prophecy of the flood, which was to come a thousand years after; for it signifies: He dies, and the dart or arrow of God’ s vengeance comes; or, He dies, and the sending forth of the waters comes.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 5:21
Genesis 5:21 And Enoch lived sixty and five years, and begat Methuselah:Ver. 21. And begat Methuselah,] that is, Death’ s dart, or piercing death (death is a skilful archer, that never misseth the mark it shoots at); or, He once dead, in comes the dart, i.e., the deluge: and so it did, even in the very year of his death: though the Septuagint miscounts, and make him to live fourteen years after the flood.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 5:21
21. Methuselah] Possibly = “the man of Shelah”; and, if so, Shelah may indicate the name of a deity; cf. Methushael (Genesis 4:18) = “the man of God.”
Sermons on Genesis 5:21
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Christ in Genesis: Enoch's Heaven by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of the end times and the imminent judgment that will come upon the earth. He emphasizes the need for believers to live differentl |
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Types of the Temple by Thomas Newberry | Thomas Newberry explores the concept of the Temple as a representation of God's desire for companionship with humanity, tracing the journey from the Garden of Eden to the Tabernacl |