Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Genesis 4:20 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Genesis 4:20 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Genesis chapter 4 verse 20 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Adah bare Jabal: he was the father of such as dwell in tents, and of such as have cattle.”
Genesis 4:20 (KJV)
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Commentary on Genesis 4:20
And Adah bare Jabal: he was the father of such as dwell in tents, and of such as have cattle.... 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 ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Genesis 4:20
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“a man of the field. Jacob was a quiet man”
“a seal of the righteousness of the faith which he had while he was in uncircumcision”
“he lived as an alien in the land of promise”
“who was the father of all who handle the harp and pipe.”
“to Cain's brother Abel. Abel was a keeper of sheep”
“the devil”
“the son of Hur”
“nor field”
“and Ezer the father of Hushah. These are the sons of Hur”