When Nahor was 29 years old, he became the father of Terah. When Nahor was 29 years oldThe name "Nahor" is of Hebrew origin, נָחוֹר (Nachor), which means "snorting" or "snorer." Nahor is a significant figure in the genealogical line leading to Abraham, and his mention here underscores the continuity of God's plan through specific family lines. The age of 29, while seemingly mundane, reflects the precision and care with which genealogies were recorded in ancient times, emphasizing the importance of lineage and heritage in the biblical narrative. This detail also serves to anchor the account in a historical context, reminding readers of the real, lived experiences of these patriarchs. he became the father of Terah
The phrase "became the father" is translated from the Hebrew word יָלַד (yalad), which means "to beget" or "to bring forth." This term is used throughout the genealogies in Genesis to denote the continuation of a family line, highlighting the importance of progeny and legacy in the biblical worldview. Terah, whose name in Hebrew תֶּרַח (Terach) may mean "delay" or "wanderer," is a pivotal figure as the father of Abram (later Abraham), who is central to God's covenantal promises. The mention of Terah here sets the stage for the unfolding of God's redemptive plan through Abraham and his descendants, illustrating the divine orchestration of history and the fulfillment of God's promises through specific individuals and families. Persons / Places / Events 1. NahorNahor is a descendant of Shem, one of Noah's sons. He is part of the genealogy that leads to Abraham, making him an important figure in the lineage of the Israelites. 2. TerahTerah is the son of Nahor and the father of Abram (later Abraham), Nahor, and Haran. He plays a significant role as the patriarch who moves his family towards Canaan, setting the stage for God's covenant with Abraham. 3. GenealogyThis verse is part of the genealogical record in Genesis 11, which traces the lineage from Shem to Abram. It highlights the continuity of God's plan through specific family lines. Teaching Points The Importance of Genealogy in God's PlanGenealogies in the Bible are not mere historical records; they demonstrate God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises through specific family lines. Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our faith. God's Sovereignty in Family LinesThe inclusion of Nahor and Terah in the genealogy leading to Abraham shows God's sovereign choice in using ordinary people to accomplish His extraordinary purposes. We can trust that God is at work in our own family histories. Preparation for God's CallJust as Terah's life set the stage for Abram's call, our lives can be a preparation for God's future plans. We should remain faithful and obedient, knowing that God may use us to impact future generations. Faith and Obedience Overcome IdolatryTerah's move towards Canaan, though incomplete, symbolizes a step away from idolatry. We are called to leave behind anything that hinders our relationship with God and to pursue His purposes with faith and obedience. Bible Study Questions 1. How does understanding the genealogy from Shem to Abram enhance our appreciation of God's faithfulness in the Bible? 2. In what ways can we see God's sovereignty at work in our own family histories, and how can this encourage us in our faith journey? 3. How does the account of Terah and his family challenge us to prepare for God's call in our own lives? 4. What are some modern-day "idols" that we might need to leave behind to fully follow God's plan for us? 5. How can we ensure that our lives are a positive influence on future generations, just as Nahor and Terah were part of the lineage leading to Abraham and ultimately to Christ? Connections to Other Scriptures Genesis 12The genealogy in Genesis 11 sets the stage for God's call to Abram in Genesis 12, where God promises to make Abram a great nation. This connection emphasizes the importance of lineage in God's redemptive plan. Luke 3:34-36This passage in the New Testament traces Jesus' genealogy back to Shem, showing the fulfillment of God's promises through the line of Nahor and Terah. Joshua 24:2This verse references Terah and his family, highlighting their background and God's call to Abram to leave his father's house, which signifies a break from idolatry and a move towards faith in the one true God. People Abram, Arphaxad, Eber, Haran, Iscah, Lot, Milcah, Nahor, Peleg, Reu, Salah, Sarai, Serug, Shelah, Shem, TerahPlaces Babel, Canaan, Haran, Mesha, Shinar, UrTopics 29, Begetteth, Begot, Nahor, Nine, Terah, Twenty, Twenty-nineDictionary of Bible Themes Genesis 11:10-25 5726 old age, attainment Genesis 11:10-32 1655 hundreds and thousands
7230 genealogies Library The Church.
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 …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament Links Genesis 11:24 NIVGenesis 11:24 NLTGenesis 11:24 ESVGenesis 11:24 NASBGenesis 11:24 KJV
Genesis 11:24 Commentaries
Bible Hub |
