Genesis 5:26 ยท KJV
"And Methuselah lived after he begat Lamech seven hundred eighty and two years, and begat sons and daughters:"
King James Version
What does Genesis 5:26 mean? โPassage Context
Reflection Questions
What does Methuselah's long life teach you about patience?
How do you view the concept of legacy in your own life?
When have you experienced a long wait for something significant?
Life Application
Reflect on areas in your life where you need to practice patience. Trust in God's timing for your life.
Consider what kind of legacy you want to leave behind and how your actions today contribute to that.
People in This Verse
Methuselah is the son of Enoch and is famously known for living 969 years. His life symbolizes God's mercy and the long-suffering nature of divine patience before the flood.
First appearance: Genesis 5:21
Connection to Jesus
Noah's name means 'comfort,' which connects to Jesus as the ultimate source of comfort and hope for humanity.
See also: Matthew 11:28
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