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Genesis 5:15 ยท KJV

"And Mahalaleel lived sixty and five years, and begat Jared:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

13And Cainan lived after he begat Mahalaleel eight hundred and forty years, and begat sons and daughters:
14And all the days of Cainan were nine hundred and ten years: and he died.
15And Mahalaleel lived sixty and five years, and begat Jared:
16And Mahalaleel lived after he begat Jared eight hundred and thirty years, and begat sons and daughters:
17And all the days of Mahalaleel were eight hundred ninety and five years: and he died.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does understanding my family lineage affect my identity?

2

What does it mean for you to leave a legacy?

3

When have you felt a connection to your ancestors?

Life Application

family

Consider how your actions today may impact future generations. Reflect on the values you want to pass on.

identity

Explore your family history and how it shapes who you are today.

People in This Verse

MahalaleelOT

Mahalaleel is a descendant of Adam through Seth and is known for living a long life. His lineage is significant in the context of the genealogies leading to Noah.

First appearance: Genesis 5:12

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