Genesis 5:4 net — The length of time Adam lived after he became the father of Seth was 800 years; during this time he had other sons and…

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"The length of time Adam lived after he became the father of Seth was 800 years; during this time he had other sons and daughters."

— Genesis 5:4, NET Bible

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Genesis 5 — Context

1

From Adam to Noah This is the record of the family line of Adam.When God created humankind, he made them in the likeness of God.

2

He created them male and female; when they were created, he blessed them and named them“humankind.”

3

When Adam had lived 130 years he fathered a son in his own likeness, according to his image, and he named him Seth.

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The length of time Adam lived after he became the father of Seth was 800 years; during this time he had other sons and daughters.

5

The entire lifetime of Adam was 930 years, and then he died.

6

When Seth had lived 105 years, he became the father of Enosh.

7

Seth lived 807 years after he became the father of Enosh, and he had other sons and daughters.

Genesis 5:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 5:4 say?
Genesis 5:4 in the NET Bible reads: “The length of time Adam lived after he became the father of Seth was 800 years; during this time he had other sons and daughters.”
Where is Genesis 5:4 in the Bible?
Genesis 5:4 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 5, verse 4.
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 5:4.
What translation should I read Genesis 5:4 in?
Genesis 5:4 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 5:4?
Genesis 5:4 reads (NET): “The length of time Adam lived after he became the father of Seth was 800 years; during this time he had other sons and daughters.” 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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