KJV ORIGINAL
And Reu lived two and thirty years, and begat Serug:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
When Reu was thirty-two years old, he became the father of Serug.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records that Reu had his son Serug when he was thirty-two years old, continuing the family line from Noah to Abraham.
📚 Historical Context
Genesis 11 is part of the biblical genealogy that traces the descendants of Shem, one of Noah's sons, following the great Flood. This section serves to connect the events of the Tower of Babel to the eventual call of Abraham, emphasizing the historical lineage that leads to the formation of God's chosen people. It reflects ancient Near Eastern customs of recording family lines to preserve identity and heritage in a world rebuilding after catastrophe.
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