Genesis 4:24 web — If Cain will be avenged seven times, truly Lamech seventy-seven times."

World English Bible

"If Cain will be avenged seven times, truly Lamech seventy-seven times.""

— Genesis 4:24, World English Bible

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Genesis 4 — Context

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His brother's name was Jubal, who was the father of all who handle the harp and pipe.

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Zillah also gave birth to Tubal Cain, the forger of every cutting instrument of brass and iron. Tubal Cain's sister was Naamah.

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Lamech said to his wives, "Adah and Zillah, hear my voice. You wives of Lamech, listen to my speech, for I have slain a man for wounding me, a young man for bruising me.

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If Cain will be avenged seven times, truly Lamech seventy-seven times."

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Adam knew his wife again. She gave birth to a son, and named him Seth, "for God has appointed me another child instead of Abel, for Cain killed him."

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There was also born a son to Seth, and he named him Enosh. Then men began to call on Yahweh's name.

Genesis 4:24 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 4:24 say?
Genesis 4:24 in the World English Bible reads: “If Cain will be avenged seven times, truly Lamech seventy-seven times."”
Where is Genesis 4:24 in the Bible?
Genesis 4:24 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 4, verse 24.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 4:24.
What translation should I read Genesis 4:24 in?
Genesis 4:24 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 4:24?
Genesis 4:24 reads (WEB): “If Cain will be avenged seven times, truly Lamech seventy-seven times."” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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