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Genesis 5:9

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And Enos lived ninety years, and begat Cainan:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

When Enos was ninety years old, he became the father of Cainan.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse records that Enos had a son named Cainan when he was ninety years old, continuing the family line from Adam.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of the genealogy in Genesis 5, which traces the descendants of Adam through Seth's family line. During this early period of human history, people lived much longer lifespans than today, with many living several hundred years. This genealogy serves to connect Adam to Noah, showing God's faithfulness in preserving the human race despite the growing wickedness that would eventually lead to the flood.

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