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Genesis 11:16 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Genesis 11:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Genesis chapter 11 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Eber lived four and thirty years, and begat Peleg: Peleg: Gr. Phalec”
Genesis 11:16 (KJV)
Historical Context for Genesis 11:16
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Eber lived THIRTY-FOUR YEARS, and became the father of Peleg; (GEN 11:16)
Eber lived thirty-four years, and became the father of Peleg; and Eber lived FOUR HUNDRED AND THIRTY YEARS after he became the father of Peleg, and he had other sons and daughters. (GEN 11:16-17)
Commentary on Genesis 11:16
And Eber lived four and thirty years, and begat Peleg:... This passage belongs to the primeval history section (Genesis 1-11) which establishes universal truths about God, humanity, sin, and divine purposes before focusing on Abraham and Israel. These chapters answer fundamental questions about human origins, the spread of wickedness, God's judgment, and the preservation of a righteous remnant.Recurring patterns emerge: human sin escalating from individual disobedience to societal corruption, divine patience followed by judgment, gracious preservation of a remnant, and covenant promises ensuri...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Genesis 11:16
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“and shall afflict Eber. He also shall come to destruction.”
“for in his days the earth was divided. His brother's name was Joktan.”
“And unto Eber were born two sons: the name of the one was Peleg; because in his days the earth was divided: and his brother's name was Joktan.”
“the father of all the children of Eber”
“the son of Reu”