KJV ORIGINAL
And Cainan lived seventy years, and begat Mahalaleel:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
When Cainan was seventy years old, he became the father of Mahalaleel.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records that Cainan had his son Mahalaleel when he was seventy years old, continuing the family line from Adam.
📚 Historical Context
Genesis 5 is part of the biblical record of early human history, tracing the lineage from Adam through his son Seth as a way to document the passing of generations. This chapter highlights the long lifespans of these patriarchs and their family lines, serving as a historical link from creation to the time of the Flood. It underscores God's orderly preservation of humanity despite the challenges of a fallen world.
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