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Genesis 5:12 Cross-References
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“And Cainan lived seventy years, and begat Mahalaleel: Mahalaleel: Gr. Maleleel”
Genesis 5:12 (KJV)
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Kenan lived SEVENTY YEARS, and became the father of Mahalalel. (GEN 5:12)
Commentary on Genesis 5:12
And Cainan lived seventy years, and begat Mahalaleel:... 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 ensurin...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
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