The Life of Arpachshad
These are the records of the generations of Shem. Shem was one hundred years old, and became the father of Arpachshad two years after the flood; (GEN 11:10) Arp..., spanning 438 years associated with Arpachshad.
Description
These are the records of the generations of Shem. Shem was one hundred years old, and became the father of Arpachshad two years after the flood; (GEN 11:10) Arpachshad lived thirty-five years, and became the father of Shelah; and Arpachshad lived four hundred and three years after he became the father of Shelah, and he had other sons and daughters. (GEN 11:12-13)
Details
- Type
- Life
- Person
- Arpachshad
- Start
- ~2344 BC(1660 AH)
- End
- ~1906 BC(2098 AH)
- Duration
- 438 years
- Start Reference
- GEN 11:10
- End Reference
- GEN 11:13
Notes
Shem was 100 years old when Arpachshad was born... two years after the Flood.
Related Life Epochs
Frequently Asked Questions
When did The Life of Arpachshad occur in Bible history?
The Life of Arpachshad occurred approximately ~2344 BC to ~1906 BC. This is 1660–2098 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 438 years.
What does “AH” mean in Bible chronology?
AH stands for “Anno Hominis” (Year of Man), a chronological system that counts years from Creation. Under the Ussher chronology, Year 1 AH corresponds to approximately 4004 BC.