And Methuselah lived after he begat Lamech seven hundred eighty and two years, and begat sons and daughters:
After Methuselah had his son Lamech, he lived another 782 years and had other sons and daughters.
This verse tells us that Methuselah continued living for centuries after having his son Lamech, during which time he had more children.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, chapter 5, we find a genealogy tracing the descendants of Adam, emphasizing the long lifespans of early humans as part of ancient Hebrew tradition. This verse specifically details Methuselah's life after the birth of his son Lamech, noting that he lived an additional 782 years and had other children, which highlights the continuity of family lines in a world before the flood. Such genealogies served to preserve historical records and underscore God's providence in human history.
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