Genesis 5:6 Commentary and Bible Study

Seth names his son Enos, meaning ‘man’, frail and miserable – the same as the name Enosh, which refers collectively to men and draws attention to their mortal state. His descendants gave names to their children which all have significance: Cainan – possession; Mahalaleel – praise of God; Jared – descent, the father of Enoch.

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Seth names his son Enos, meaning ‘man’, frail and miserable – the same as the name Enosh, which refers collectively to men and draws attention to their mortal state. His descendants gave names to their children which all have significance: Cainan – possession; Mahalaleel – praise of God; Jared – descent, the father of Enoch.

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