Mahalalel מַהֲלַלְאֵל

Male Early Patriarch H4111G 3 books

Descendant of Seth; ancestor of Noah

Biography

Mahalalel is mentioned in the genealogies of Genesis 5, 1 Chronicles 1, and Luke 3 as a descendant of Seth, the third son of Adam and Eve. He is an ancestor of Noah and is part of the lineage that leads to Abraham, David, and ultimately, Jesus Christ. According to Genesis 5, Mahalalel was the son of Kenan and the father of Jared (Gen.5.12,15). He lived for 895 years, which was typical of the long lifespans recorded for the pre-flood patriarchs (Gen.5.13,16,17). The genealogies in Genesis 5 and 1 Chronicles 1 focus on the line of descent from Adam to Noah, highlighting the continuity of the godly lineage before the flood. The genealogy in Luke 3 traces Jesus' ancestry back to Adam, emphasizing His connection to all of humanity. Mahalalel's inclusion in these genealogies serves to establish the historical and theological context of God's plan of redemption through the descendants of Seth, ultimately leading to the birth of Jesus Christ.

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In Scripture

3 biblical books ; 2 with study content
Genesis 5 verses
  • Genesis 5:12

    "Kenan lived seventy years, then became the father of Mahalalel."

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  • Genesis 5:13

    "Kenan lived after he became the father of Mahalalel eight hundred forty years, and became the father of other sons and daughters"

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  • Genesis 5:15

    "Mahalalel lived sixty-five years, then became the father of Jared."

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  • Genesis 5:16

    "Mahalalel lived after he became the father of Jared eight hundred thirty years, and became the father of other sons and daughters."

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  • Genesis 5:17

    "All of the days of Mahalalel were eight hundred ninety-five years, then he died."

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1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 1:2

    "Kenan, Mahalalel, Jared,"

Luke 1 verse
  • Luke 3:37

    "the son of Methuselah, the son of Enoch, the son of Jared, the son of Mahalaleel, the son of Cainan,"

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Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew מַהֲלַלְאֵל H4111G
Greek Greek Μαλελεήλ G3121
Encyclopedia Article

Mahalalel

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

(2) The ancestor of Athaiah, one of the children of Judah who dwelt in Jerusalem after the return from exile (Ne 11:4).

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