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Genesis 5:24 net — Enoch walked with God, and then he disappeared because God took him away.

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"Enoch walked with God, and then he disappeared because God took him away."

— Genesis 5:24, NET Bible

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Genesis 5 — Context

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When Enoch had lived 65 years, he became the father of Methuselah.

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After he became the father of Methuselah, Enoch walked with God for 300 years, and he had other sons and daughters.

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The entire lifetime of Enoch was 365 years.

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Enoch walked with God, and then he disappeared because God took him away.

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When Methuselah had lived 187 years, he became the father of Lamech.

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Methuselah lived 782 years after he became the father of Lamech, and he had other sons and daughters.

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The entire lifetime of Methuselah was 969 years, and then he died.

Genesis 5:24 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Genesis 5:24 say?
Genesis 5:24 in the NET Bible reads: “Enoch walked with God, and then he disappeared because God took him away.”
Where is Genesis 5:24 in the Bible?
Genesis 5:24 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 5, 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 5:24.
What translation should I read Genesis 5:24 in?
Genesis 5:24 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 5:24?
Genesis 5:24 reads (NET): “Enoch walked with God, and then he disappeared because God took him away.” 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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