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Genesis 5:6-20

The Generational Pattern: Life, Offspring, and Death

Every generation continues under the shadow of death, yet God preserves the human line.

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Genesis 5:6-20 (BSB)

6When Seth was 105 years old, he became the father of Enosh.

7And after he had become the father of Enosh, Seth lived 807 years and had other sons and daughters.

8So Seth lived a total of 912 years, and then he died.

9When Enosh was 90 years old, he became the father of Kenan.

10And after he had become the father of Kenan, Enosh lived 815 years and had other sons and daughters.

11So Enosh lived a total of 905 years, and then he died.

12When Kenan was 70 years old, he became the father of Mahalalel.

13And after he had become the father of Mahalalel, Kenan lived 840 years and had other sons and daughters.

14So Kenan lived a total of 910 years, and then he died.

15When Mahalalel was 65 years old, he became the father of Jared.

16And after he had become the father of Jared, Mahalalel lived 830 years and had other sons and daughters.

17So Mahalalel lived a total of 895 years, and then he died.

18When Jared was 162 years old, he became the father of Enoch.

19And after he had become the father of Enoch, Jared lived 800 years and had other sons and daughters.

20So Jared lived a total of 962 years, and then he died.

What is the big idea of Genesis 5:6-20?

Every generation continues under the shadow of death, yet God preserves the human line.

How does Genesis 5:6-20 point to Christ?

The unbroken pattern of death highlights the need for a deliverer who can break its power and bring lasting life.

Authorial Intent

To continue the genealogical record from Seth through successive generations, reinforcing the certainty of death while demonstrating the preservation of humanity.

Questions for Reflection

  1. How does the repeated pattern of death affect your understanding of life?
  2. What does this passage teach you about the consequences of sin?
  3. How should you live in light of the certainty of death?
  4. Where do you find hope beyond the limits of human life?
  5. How does God’s preservation of humanity shape your view of His purposes?

Chapter: Genesis 5

The Line of Adam Continues Under Death, Yet God Preserves the Promised Seed

Though death reigns over Adam’s descendants in a fallen world, God faithfully preserves the chosen line, displays fellowship with Himself, and advances His redemptive purpose toward Noah.