And Salah lived after he begat Eber four hundred and three years, and begat sons and daughters.
After Salah had his son Eber, he lived another 403 years and had more sons and daughters.
This verse is recording that Salah lived a very long life after having his son Eber, continuing to have children for centuries.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, chapter 11, this verse is part of a genealogy that traces the descendants of Shem, one of Noah's sons, following the Great Flood, as it lists the lifespans and families of early biblical figures to show the continuation of humanity. These genealogies served to establish a historical timeline from the Flood to the patriarchs like Abraham, emphasizing God's faithfulness in preserving the human line despite sin and judgment. They reflect the ancient cultural practice of recording family lines to maintain identity and inheritance in a world where lifespans were extraordinarily long.
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