Genesis 5:6
Genesis 5:6 in Multiple Translations
When Seth was 105 years old, he became the father of Enosh.
And Seth lived an hundred and five years, and begat Enos:
And Seth lived a hundred and five years, and begat Enosh:
And Seth was a hundred and five years old when he became the father of Enosh:
When Seth was 105, he had Enosh.
And Sheth liued an hundreth and fiue yeeres, and begate Enosh.
And Seth liveth an hundred and five years, and begetteth Enos.
Seth lived one hundred five years, then became the father of Enosh.
And Seth lived a hundred and five years, and begat Enos:
Seth also lived a hundred and five years, and begot Enos.
When Seth was 105 years old, he became the father of Enosh.
Seth lived a long time too. He was 105 years old when he had a son called Enosh.
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 5:6
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Genesis 5:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַֽ/יְחִי
שֵׁ֕ת
חָמֵ֥שׁ
שָׁנִ֖ים
וּ/מְאַ֣ת
שָׁנָ֑ה
וַ/יּ֖וֹלֶד
אֶת
אֱנֽוֹשׁ
וַֽ/יְחִי
châyâh
H2421
to live
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
שֵׁ֕ת
Shêth
H8352
Seth
N-proper
חָמֵ֥שׁ
châmêsh
H2568
five
Adj
שָׁנִ֖ים
shâneh
H8141
year
N-fp
וּ/מְאַ֣ת
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Conj | Adj
שָׁנָ֑ה
shâneh
H8141
year
N-fs
וַ/יּ֖וֹלֶד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אֱנֽוֹשׁ
ʼĔnôwsh
H583
Enosh
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 5:6
וַֽ/יְחִי
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.
שֵׁ֕ת
Shêth
H8352
"Seth"
N-proper
Seth was the third son of Adam and Eve, born after the death of Abel. He is an important figure in the Bible, mentioned in Genesis 4:25, and is also referred to as Sheth in some instances.
Definition: A man living at the time before the Flood, first mentioned at Gen.4.25; son of: Adam (H0121) and Eve (H2332); brother of: Cain (H7014B) and Abel (H1893); father of: Enosh (H0583); also called Sheth (Ketiv: buttock) at Num.24.17; § Seth = "compensation" 1) the 3rd son of Adam by Eve 1a) also 'Sheth'
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Seth, Sheth. See also: Genesis 4:25; Genesis 5:6; 1 Chronicles 1:1.
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.
שָׁנִ֖ים
shâneh
H8141
"year"
N-fp
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.
וּ/מְאַ֣ת
mêʼâh
H3967
"hundred"
Conj | Adj
Means a hundred, used as a simple number or part of a larger number in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including fractions like one one-hundredth. Found in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) hundred 1a) as simple number 1b) as part of larger number 1c) as a fraction-one one-hundredth (1/100) Aramaic equivalent: me.ah (מְאָה "hundred" H3969)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. See also: Genesis 5:3; Numbers 2:6; Judges 18:17.
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.
אֱנֽוֹשׁ
ʼĔnôwsh
H583
"Enosh"
N-proper
Enosh was a man who lived before the Flood, the son of Seth and father of Kenan, as mentioned in Genesis 4:26. He is also called Enos in Luke 3:38. His name means 'man'.
Definition: A man living at the time before the Flood, first mentioned at Gen.4.26; son of: Seth (H8352); father of: Kenan (H7018); also called Enos at Luk.3.38; Also named: Enōs (Ἐνώς "Enos" G1800) § Enos = "man" son of Seth
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Enos. See also: Genesis 4:26; Genesis 5:9; 1 Chronicles 1:1.
Study Notes — Genesis 5:6
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- Genesis 5:6 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 5:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 5:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 5:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 5:6
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 5:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 5:6
- Sermons on Genesis 5:6
Context — The Descendants of Adam
4And after he had become the father of Seth, Adam lived 800 years and had other sons and daughters.
5So Adam lived a total of 930 years, and then he died.
6When Seth was 105 years old, he became the father of Enosh.
7And after he had become the father of Enosh, Seth lived 807 years and had other sons and daughters. 8So Seth lived a total of 912 years, and then he died.Cross References
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| 1 | Genesis 4:26 | And to Seth also a son was born, and he called him Enosh. At that time men began to call upon the name of the LORD. |
Genesis 5:6 Summary
This verse tells us that when Seth was 105 years old, he had a son named Enosh. This is significant because it shows that Seth was still living a long life, just like his father Adam, who lived to be 930 years old, as mentioned in Genesis 5:5. The birth of Enosh is also important because it continues the godly line from Seth, which ultimately leads to the coming of Jesus Christ, as seen in Luke 3:38. This reminds us that God is always working out His plan of redemption, even in the lives of ordinary people, and that our lives are part of a bigger story that includes God's promise to fill the earth with people, as stated in Genesis 1:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Seth's age when he became the father of Enosh?
The significance of Seth's age, 105 years, is not explicitly stated in Scripture, but it highlights the long lifespans of the people in Genesis, as seen in Genesis 5. This longevity is a reminder of God's original creation and the pre-flood world, as described in Genesis 1:1 and Genesis 6:1-3.
Who is Enosh and what is his importance in the Bible?
Enosh is the son of Seth, and his name means 'mortal' or 'human', emphasizing the frailty and limitations of human life, as seen in Psalm 103:15. Enosh is an important figure in the genealogy of Jesus Christ, as mentioned in Luke 3:38.
How does the birth of Enosh relate to the rest of the biblical narrative?
The birth of Enosh marks a continuation of the godly line from Seth, which ultimately leads to the coming of Jesus Christ, as prophesied in Genesis 3:15 and fulfilled in Matthew 1:1-17. This highlights God's faithfulness to His promises and His plan of redemption.
What can we learn from the fact that Seth had other sons and daughters after Enosh?
The fact that Seth had other sons and daughters after Enosh, as mentioned in Genesis 5:7, demonstrates that God's plan of filling the earth with people, as stated in Genesis 1:28, continues through the godly line of Seth, emphasizing the importance of family and community in God's plan.
Reflection Questions
- How does the longevity of Seth and his descendants impact our understanding of God's original creation and the pre-flood world?
- What does the name 'Enosh' reveal about the nature of humanity, and how does this relate to our own mortality and limitations?
- In what ways does the birth of Enosh demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises and His plan of redemption?
- How can we apply the lessons from Seth's life, such as his faithfulness and obedience, to our own lives and families?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 5:6
And Seth lived an hundred and five years, and begat Enos. Not that this was his firstborn, no doubt but he had other children before this time; but this is only mentioned, because it carried the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 5:6
And Seth lived an hundred and five years, and begat Enos: And Seth lived an hundred and five years.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 5:6
3769 No notes from Poole on this verse.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 5:6
Genesis 5:6 And Seth lived an hundred and five years, and begat Enos:Ver. 6. And begat Enos,] that is, Sorry-man, which was appellatio a dolore. Nomen cure re convenit. Homo enim est animal aerumnis plenum, imo ipsa aerumna, et calamitas, ut est apud Herodotum .
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 5:6
6. Enosh] See note on Genesis 4:26.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 5:6
6. Enos — This word signifies man, and may denote that the race begins anew from Seth. For the meaning of the other names in the list, see above, page 110.
Sermons on Genesis 5:6
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Wrong Revival Principles - Part 2 by Jonathan Edwards | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of receiving new revelations from God through impressions or signs. He argues that if a person receives a strong impression or si |
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(Genesis) Genesis 4:16-26 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the descendants of Cain and their contributions to civilization. He mentions Jable, who was the father of those who dwelled in tents, and his |
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Internship Program Study Part 2 (Wayne Grudem's Systematic Theology p.15 - 25) by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural and historical context in which we live, especially for those who have a hunger to know and prea |
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Prayer That Changes Things by Herald Weitsz | In this sermon, Eddie Leo from Indonesia emphasizes the importance of the 49-day encounter as a remedy for spiritual struggles. He highlights the efforts made by Mark Hodges to ref |
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Sin and Death (Romans 5:14) by Ernest O'Neill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of death and how it is passed on from generation to generation. He explains that there are three types of death: physical death, |
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Meeting as a Congregation. by Andrew Bonar | Andrew Bonar emphasizes the significance of congregational gatherings in worship, rooted in the biblical promise that where two or three are gathered in Christ's name, He is presen |
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Continue in Prayer by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the vital role of prayer in the life of a believer, illustrating how prayer is woven throughout Scripture from Genesis to Revelation. He highlights various |