And after he had become the father of Eber, Shelah lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters. And after he had become the father of EberThe phrase "after he had become the father of Eber" highlights the genealogical significance of Eber, from whom the term "Hebrew" is derived. In Hebrew, "Eber" (עֵבֶר) is associated with the idea of crossing over or passing through, which can symbolize transition and movement. Eber is a pivotal figure in the lineage leading to Abraham, emphasizing the continuity of God's promise through generations. This lineage underscores the faithfulness of God in preserving a remnant through whom His covenant would be fulfilled. Shelah lived 403 years
The longevity of Shelah, living "403 years," reflects the antediluvian and early postdiluvian lifespans recorded in Genesis. This extended lifespan signifies a period of grace and divine favor, allowing for the multiplication and establishment of humanity after the Flood. The number 403, while not directly symbolic, contributes to the biblical pattern of long lifespans, which gradually decrease as sin's impact on creation becomes more pronounced. It serves as a reminder of the temporal nature of life and the enduring nature of God's promises. and had other sons and daughters
The mention of "other sons and daughters" indicates the expansion of Shelah's family beyond the primary lineage. This phrase underscores the biblical theme of fruitfulness and multiplication, fulfilling God's command to "be fruitful and multiply" (Genesis 1:28). It also highlights the broader context of human history, where many unnamed individuals contribute to the unfolding of God's redemptive plan. The inclusion of daughters, often overlooked in genealogies, points to the inclusive nature of God's covenant community, where both men and women play vital roles in His purposes. Persons / Places / Events 1. ShelahA descendant of Shem, the son of Noah. Shelah is part of the genealogical line leading to Abraham, highlighting the continuity of God's promise through generations. 2. EberThe son of Shelah, Eber is significant as the ancestor of the Hebrews. His name is often associated with the term "Hebrew," indicating a key lineage in biblical history. 3. GenealogyThis passage is part of the genealogical record in Genesis 11, which traces the descendants of Shem, emphasizing the fulfillment of God's promise to Noah and the establishment of nations. Teaching Points The Importance of GenealogyGenealogies in the Bible are not just historical records; they demonstrate God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises through specific lineages. Reflect on how God’s promises are evident in your own family history. Legacy of FaithJust as Shelah and Eber are part of a lineage that leads to Christ, consider the spiritual legacy you are building for future generations. How are you contributing to a legacy of faith? God's Sovereignty in HistoryThe genealogies remind us that God is sovereign over history, orchestrating events and lives according to His divine plan. Trust in God's control over your life circumstances. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the genealogy of Shelah and Eber in Genesis 11:15 connect to the broader account of God's promise to Abraham? 2. In what ways can understanding biblical genealogies enhance our appreciation of God's faithfulness throughout history? 3. Reflect on your own family history. How can you see God's hand at work in your lineage, and how can you contribute to a legacy of faith? 4. How does the continuity of God's promises from the Old Testament to the New Testament, as seen in genealogies, strengthen your faith in His promises today? 5. Considering the genealogical records in Genesis, what practical steps can you take to ensure that your life contributes positively to the spiritual heritage of your family and community? Connections to Other Scriptures Genesis 10Provides the Table of Nations, where the descendants of Noah's sons, including Shem, are listed, showing the spread of nations after the flood. Luke 3The genealogy of Jesus traces back through Shelah and Eber, connecting the Old Testament promises to the New Testament fulfillment in Christ. Hebrews 11Highlights the faith of the patriarchs, including those in the line of Shem, demonstrating the importance of faith in God's promises across generations. People Abram, Arphaxad, Eber, Haran, Iscah, Lot, Milcah, Nahor, Peleg, Reu, Salah, Sarai, Serug, Shelah, Shem, TerahPlaces Babel, Canaan, Haran, Mesha, Shinar, UrTopics 403, Begetteth, Begetting, Begot, Begotten, Birth, Daughters, Eber, Hundred, Salah, Shelah, SonsDictionary of Bible Themes Genesis 11:10-25 5726 old age, attainment Genesis 11:10-32 1655 hundreds and thousands
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FROM THE PREFACE TO THE "HOLY CITY." UPON a certain First-day, I being together with my brethren in our prison-chamber, they expected that, according to our custom, something should be spoken out of the word for our mutual edification; but at that time I felt myself--it being my turn to speak--so empty, spiritless, and barren, that I thought I should not have been able to speak among them so much as five words of truth, with life and evidence: but at last it so fell out that providentially I cast …
John Bunyan—The Riches of BunyanMeditations to Stir us up to Morning Prayer.
1. If, when thou art about to pray, Satan shall suggest that thy prayers are too long, and that therefore it were better either to omit prayers, or else to cut them shorter, meditate that prayer is thy spiritual sacrifice, wherewith God is well pleased (Heb. xiii. 15, 16;) and therefore it is so displeasing to the devil, and so irksome to the flesh. Bend therefore thy affections (will they, nill they) to so holy an exercise; assuring thyself, that it doth by so much the more please God, by how much …
Lewis Bayly—The Practice of Piety He Does Battle for the Faith; He Restores Peace among those who were at Variance; He Takes in Hand to Build a Stone Church.
57. (32). There was a certain clerk in Lismore whose life, as it is said, was good, but his faith not so. He was a man of some knowledge in his own eyes, and dared to say that in the Eucharist there is only a sacrament and not the fact[718] of the sacrament, that is, mere sanctification and not the truth of the Body. On this subject he was often addressed by Malachy in secret, but in vain; and finally he was called before a public assembly, the laity however being excluded, in order that if it were …
H. J. Lawlor—St. Bernard of Clairvaux's Life of St. Malachy of Armagh The First Chaldaean Empire and the Hyksos in Egypt
Syria: the part played by it in the ancient world--Babylon and the first Chaldaean empire--The dominion of the Hyksos: Ahmosis. Some countries seem destined from their origin to become the battle-fields of the contending nations which environ them. Into such regions, and to their cost, neighbouring peoples come from century to century to settle their quarrels and bring to an issue the questions of supremacy which disturb their little corner of the world. The nations around are eager for the possession …
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 4 The Promise to the Patriarchs.
A great epoch is, in Genesis, ushered in with the history of the time of the Patriarchs. Luther says: "This is the third period in which Holy Scripture begins the history of the Church with a new family." In a befitting manner, the representation is opened in Gen. xii. 1-3 by an account of the first revelation of God, given to Abraham at Haran, in which the way is opened up for all that follows, and in which the dispensations of God are brought before us in a rapid survey. Abraham is to forsake …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament The Book of the First Generations of Man, and the Glory of the Cainites.
I. THE BOOK OF THE FIRST GENERATIONS OF MAN, AND THE GLORY OF THE CAINITES. A. THE BOOK OF THE FIRST GENERATIONS OF MAN. 1. The reasons why Moses records the generations of Adam 1. 2. Why he so particularly gives the years, and in the case of each patriarch adds "and he died" 1-2. 3. Why Enoch is placed in the records of the dead 3-4. * Was Enoch a sinner, and do sinners have hope of eternal life 4. * Of death. a. How we are to comfort ourselves against death 5. b. How reason views death, and how …
Martin Luther—Commentary on Genesis, Vol. II Appendix xii. The Baptism of Proselytes
ONLY those who have made study of it can have any idea how large, and sometimes bewildering, is the literature on the subject of Jewish Proselytes and their Baptism. Our present remarks will be confined to the Baptism of Proselytes. 1. Generally, as regards proselytes (Gerim) we have to distinguish between the Ger ha-Shaar (proselyte of the gate) and Ger Toshabh (sojourner,' settled among Israel), and again the Ger hatstsedeq (proselyte of righteousness) and Ger habberith (proselyte of the covenant). …
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah Cain Murders his Brother; Called to Account.
IV. CAIN MURDERS HIS BROTHER; CALLED TO ACCOUNT. A. HOW CAIN MURDERED HIS BROTHER. 1. What moved Cain to commit murder 107. 2. Cain's hypocritical actions in concealing his anger that he might the more easily commit the murder 108-109. * Cain the picture of all hypocrites 110-129. * The attitude of hypocrites to their neighbors. Also, how we are to view the efforts of the pope and bishops in behalf of peace and unity 111-112. * Against what people we should most guard 112. 3. How Cain listened to …
Martin Luther—Commentary on Genesis, Vol. II An Exposition on the First Ten Chapters of Genesis, and Part of the Eleventh
An unfinished commentary on the Bible, found among the author's papers after his death, in his own handwriting; and published in 1691, by Charles Doe, in a folio volume of the works of John Bunyan. ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR Being in company with an enlightened society of Protestant dissenters of the Baptist denomination, I observed to a doctor of divinity, who was advancing towards his seventieth year, that my time had been delightfully engaged with John Bunyan's commentary on Genesis. "What," …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Genesis
The Old Testament opens very impressively. In measured and dignified language it introduces the story of Israel's origin and settlement upon the land of Canaan (Gen.--Josh.) by the story of creation, i.-ii. 4a, and thus suggests, at the very beginning, the far-reaching purpose and the world-wide significance of the people and religion of Israel. The narrative has not travelled far till it becomes apparent that its dominant interests are to be religious and moral; for, after a pictorial sketch of …
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