Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He created them male and female and blessed them. And he named them “Mankind” when they were created. New Living Translation He created them male and female, and he blessed them and called them “human.” English Standard Version Male and female he created them, and he blessed them and named them Man when they were created. Berean Standard Bible Male and female He created them, and He blessed them. And in the day they were created, He called them “man.” Berean Literal Bible Male and female He created them, and He blessed them and called their name “Man,” in the day they were created. King James Bible Male and female created he them; and blessed them, and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created. New King James Version He created them male and female, and blessed them and called them Mankind in the day they were created. New American Standard Bible He created them male and female, and He blessed them and named them “mankind” on the day when they were created. NASB 1995 He created them male and female, and He blessed them and named them Man in the day when they were created. NASB 1977 He created them male and female, and He blessed them and named them Man in the day when they were created. Legacy Standard Bible He created them male and female, and He blessed them and named them Man in the day when they were created. Amplified Bible He created them male and female, and blessed them and named them Mankind at the time they were created. Berean Annotated Bible Male and female He created them <Mat 19:4, Mrk 10:6>, and He blessed them. And in the day they were created, He called them “man. Christian Standard Bible he created them male and female. When they were created, he blessed them and called them mankind. Holman Christian Standard Bible He created them male and female. When they were created, He blessed them and called them man. American Standard Version male and female created he them, and blessed them, and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created. English Revised Version male and female created he them; and blessed them, and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created. GOD'S WORD® Translation He created them male and female. He blessed them and called them humans when he created them. Good News Translation He created them male and female, blessed them, and named them "Human Beings.") International Standard Version Creating them male and female, he blessed them and called them humans when he created them. NET Bible He created them male and female; when they were created, he blessed them and named them "humankind." New Heart English Bible He created them male and female, and blessed them, and called their name 'humankind' on the day when they were created. Webster's Bible Translation Male and female created he them; and blessed them, and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleMale and female He created them, and He blessed them. And in the day they were created, He called them “man.” World English Bible He created them male and female, and blessed them. On the day they were created, he named them Adam. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versiona male and a female He has created them, and He blesses them, and calls their name Man, in the day of their being created. Berean Literal Bible Male and female He created them, and He blessed them and called their name “Man,” in the day they were created. Young's Literal Translation a male and a female He hath prepared them, and He blesseth them, and calleth their name Man, in the day of their being prepared. Smith's Literal Translation Male and female he formed them; and he will bless them, and will call their name Adam in the day they are created. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe created them male and female; and blessed them: and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created. Catholic Public Domain Version He created them, male and female; and he blessed them. And he called their name Adam, in the day when they were created. New American Bible he created them male and female. When they were created, he blessed them and named them humankind. New Revised Standard Version Male and female he created them, and he blessed them and named them “Humankind” when they were created. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleMale and female he created them; and God blessed them, and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Male and female He created them and God blessed them and he called their name Adam in the day that he created them. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917male and female created He them, and blessed them, and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created. Brenton Septuagint Translation male and female he made them, and blessed them; and he called his name Adam, in the day in which he made them. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Descendants of Adam1This is the book of the generations of Adam. In the day that God created man, He made him in His own likeness. 2Male and female He created them, and He blessed them. And in the day they were created, He called them “man.” 3When Adam was 130 years old, he had a son in his own likeness, after his own image; and he named him Seth.… Cross References Male and female He created them, Genesis 1:27 So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them. Matthew 19:4 Jesus answered, “Have you not read that from the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female,’ Mark 10:6 However, from the beginning of creation, ‘God made them male and female.’ and He blessed them. Genesis 1:28 God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth and subdue it; rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and every creature that crawls upon the earth.” Genesis 1:22 Then God blessed them and said, “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the waters of the seas, and let birds multiply on the earth.” Genesis 9:1 And God blessed Noah and his sons and said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth. And in the day they were created, Genesis 2:4 This is the account of the heavens and the earth when they were created, in the day that the LORD God made them. Genesis 1:31 And God looked upon all that He had made, and indeed, it was very good. And there was evening, and there was morning—the sixth day. Exodus 20:11 For in six days the LORD made the heavens and the earth and the sea and all that is in them, but on the seventh day He rested. Therefore the LORD blessed the Sabbath day and set it apart as holy. He called them “man.” Genesis 1:26 Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, after Our likeness, to rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, and over all the earth itself and every creature that crawls upon it.” Psalm 8:4 what is man that You are mindful of him, or the son of man that You care for him? Hebrews 2:6 But somewhere it is testified in these words: “What is man that You are mindful of him, or the son of man that You care for him? Genesis 2:21-23 So the LORD God caused the man to fall into a deep sleep, and while he slept, He took one of the man’s ribs and closed up the area with flesh. / And from the rib that the LORD God had taken from the man, He made a woman and brought her to him. / And the man said: “This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she shall be called ‘woman,’ for out of man she was taken.” 1 Corinthians 11:7-9 A man ought not to cover his head, since he is the image and glory of God; but the woman is the glory of man. / For man did not come from woman, but woman from man. / Neither was man created for woman, but woman for man. Genesis 9:6 Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man his blood will be shed; for in His own image God has made mankind. Ephesians 4:24 and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. Treasury of Scripture Male and female created he them; and blessed them, and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created. Male. Genesis 1:27 So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them. Malachi 2:15 And did not he make one? Yet had he the residue of the spirit. And wherefore one? That he might seek a godly seed. Therefore take heed to your spirit, and let none deal treacherously against the wife of his youth. their. Genesis 2:15,23 And the LORD God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it… Acts 17:26 And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation; Jump to Previous Adam Blessed Blesseth Blessing Created Female Male Naming PreparedJump to Next Adam Blessed Blesseth Blessing Created Female Male Naming PreparedGenesis 5 1. Recapitulation of the creation of man.3. The genealogy, age, and death of the patriarchs from Adam to Noah. 22. Enoch's godliness and translation into Heaven. 25. The family line of Methuselah to Noah and his sons Male and female He created them This phrase emphasizes the intentional design and order in God's creation. It reflects the creation account in Genesis 1:27, where God creates humanity in His image, male and female. This duality underscores the complementary nature of men and women, each reflecting God's image in unique ways. The creation of male and female also establishes the foundation for marriage and family, as seen in Genesis 2:24. The distinction between male and female is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, highlighting roles and relationships within God's design. and He blessed them And in the day they were created He called them “man.” Persons / Places / Events 1. GodThe Creator who made humanity in His image, emphasizing His sovereignty and intentionality in creation. 2. Adam and Eve The first humans, representing the entirety of humanity, created male and female, highlighting the complementary nature of genders. 3. Creation The act of God bringing the universe and all life into existence, with a specific focus on the creation of mankind in this verse. Teaching Points The Divine Design of GenderGod intentionally created humanity as male and female, each with unique roles and purposes. This design reflects His wisdom and should be respected and celebrated. The Blessing of Creation God's blessing upon humanity signifies His favor and purpose for human life. Recognizing this blessing encourages us to live in a way that honors our Creator. Unity and Identity in Creation By calling them "man," God emphasizes the unity and shared identity of humanity. This unity should guide our interactions and relationships, promoting love and respect for all people. The Foundation of Human Relationships The creation of male and female sets the foundation for human relationships, particularly marriage, as a divine institution meant to reflect God's love and unity. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 5:2?2. How does Genesis 5:2 emphasize the creation of male and female by God? 3. What significance does naming them "Mankind" have in understanding human identity? 4. How does Genesis 5:2 connect with Genesis 1:27 on creation? 5. How can we apply the concept of being created by God in daily life? 6. What does Genesis 5:2 teach about gender roles from a biblical perspective? 7. How does Genesis 5:2 define gender roles in the context of creation? 8. Why does Genesis 5:2 emphasize the naming of "them" as "Mankind"? 9. What theological implications arise from God creating them male and female in Genesis 5:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 5? 11. What does the Bible say about soul mates? 12. What blessings follow from obedience to God's commands? 13. What is the total number of genders? 14. What are the Names and Titles of God? What Does Genesis 5:2 Mean Male and female He created them“Male and female He created them” (Genesis 5:2) repeats the clear truth first announced in Genesis 1:27. • Divine intentionality: God personally fashioned humanity as two sexes, not as an accident of biology but as a purposeful design (Genesis 2:7, 21-22; Matthew 19:4). • Complementary partnership: Male and female together bear God’s image; each needs the other for the full expression of His likeness (Genesis 2:18; 1 Corinthians 11:11-12). • Equal dignity: While roles may differ, worth does not. Both stand before God with the same value (Galatians 3:28). • Foundation for marriage and family: This dual creation provides the pattern for the one-flesh union Jesus upheld (Mark 10:6-8). and He blessed them God’s first word over humanity was a blessing (Genesis 1:28). • Fruitfulness: “Be fruitful and multiply” defines children as a gift, not a burden (Psalm 127:3-5). • Purposeful work: Dominion over creation gives meaning to labor (Psalm 8:4-6). • Ongoing grace: Even after the fall, every good gift still “comes down from the Father of lights” (James 1:17). • Spiritual heritage: Believers in Christ share Abraham’s blessing by faith (Galatians 3:9, 14), showing that God’s heart to bless never changed. And in the day they were created, He called them “man.” The single name “man” (mankind) underscores unity and representation. • Shared identity: Though two sexes exist, humanity is one race under one Creator (Acts 17:26). • Federal headship: Adam stands as representative; through him sin entered, and through the Last Adam, Christ, redemption comes (Romans 5:12-19; 1 Corinthians 15:22, 45). • Covenant responsibility: Using one name ties every person to God’s moral order (Ecclesiastes 12:13-14). • Honor and humility: Being called “man” reminds us we are earth-formed yet God-breathed, dependent on Him for life and purpose (Genesis 2:7; Job 34:14-15). summary Genesis 5:2 reaffirms that God intentionally created humanity as male and female, blessed them with fruitfulness and purposeful stewardship, and united them under the single name “man.” The verse celebrates equal worth, complementary roles, and shared responsibility before a gracious Creator whose design and blessing still stand today. Hebrew Maleזָכָ֥ר (zā·ḵār) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2145: Remembered, a male and female וּנְקֵבָ֖ה (ū·nə·qê·ḇāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5347: A female He created them, בְּרָאָ֑ם (bə·rā·’ām) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine plural Strong's 1254: To create, to cut down, select, feed and He blessed וַיְבָ֣רֶךְ (way·ḇā·reḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1288: To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse them. אֹתָ֗ם (’ō·ṯām) Direct object marker | third person masculine plural Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case And in the day בְּי֖וֹם (bə·yō·wm) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3117: A day they were created, הִבָּֽרְאָֽם׃ (hib·bā·rə·’ām) Verb - Nifal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 1254: To create, to cut down, select, feed He called וַיִּקְרָ֤א (way·yiq·rā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read them שְׁמָם֙ (šə·mām) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 8034: A name “man.” אָדָ֔ם (’ā·ḏām) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being Links Genesis 5:2 NIVGenesis 5:2 NLT Genesis 5:2 ESV Genesis 5:2 NASB Genesis 5:2 KJV Genesis 5:2 BibleApps.com Genesis 5:2 Biblia Paralela Genesis 5:2 Chinese Bible Genesis 5:2 French Bible Genesis 5:2 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 5:2 He created them male and female (Gen. 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