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Genesis 4:25 Β· KJV

"And Adam knew his wife again; and she bare a son, and called his name Seth: For God, said she, hath appointed me another seed instead of Abel, whom Cain slew."

King James Version

What does Genesis 4:25 mean? β†’

Passage Context

23And Lamech said unto his wives, Adah and Zillah, Hear my voice; ye wives of Lamech, hearken unto my speech: for I have slain a man to my wounding, and a young man to my hurt.
24If Cain shall be avenged sevenfold, truly Lamech seventy and sevenfold.
25And Adam knew his wife again; and she bare a son, and called his name Seth: For God, said she, hath appointed me another seed instead of Abel, whom Cain slew.
26And to Seth, to him also there was born a son; and he called his name Enos: then began men to call upon the name of the LORD.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you see God's provision in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to have a new beginning?

3

When have you experienced loss and found hope?

Life Application

family

Consider how you can support your family in times of grief and loss.

faith

Reflect on how God has provided for you in unexpected ways.

People in This Verse

AdamOT

The first man created by God, Adam is placed in the Garden of Eden to tend to it. He represents humanity's role in creation.

First appearance: Genesis 2:7

EveOT

The first woman created by God, representing the ideal companion for Adam. She plays a crucial role in the narrative of humanity's beginnings.

First appearance: Genesis 2:22

SethOT

Seth is the third son of Adam and Eve, born after Abel's death. He is seen as a replacement for Abel and is significant in the lineage leading to Noah.

First appearance: Genesis 4:25

Connection to Jesus

typology

Seth is seen as a replacement for Abel, foreshadowing Christ as the ultimate fulfillment of God's promise for redemption.

See also: Romans 5:15

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