Seth

Q: Why is Seth important in biblical genealogy?

Luke 3:38 traces Jesus' genealogy through Seth. After Cain murdered Abel, Seth became the ancestor of the godly line leading to Noah, Abraham, David, and Christ. Genesis 5 traces the 'image of God' through Seth's descendants, not Cain's.

Third Son of Adam and Eve

Old Testament

Seth was born to Adam and Eve after Cain killed Abel. Eve said God had given her another offspring in place of Abel. Seth's descendants, unlike Cain's, called upon the name of the Lord. Through Seth's line came Noah and eventually Jesus Christ.

Character Traits

Godly lineAncestor of NoahAncestor of Christ

Life Timeline

Birthc. 3870 BC

Seth is born to Adam and Eve after Abel's death.

GEN 4:25

Namedc. 3870 BC

Eve names him Seth, saying 'God has granted me another offspring.'

GEN 4:25

Son Enoshc. 3765 BC

Seth has a son named Enosh; people begin to call on the Lord's name.

GEN 4:26

Deathc. 2958 BC

Seth dies at 912 years old.

GEN 5:8

Key Relationships

AdamFamily

Father - Seth was born in Adam's likeness.

EveFamily

Mother - Eve saw Seth as God's provision after Abel.

AbelFamily

Brother - Seth was given to replace Abel.

CainFamily

Brother - Seth's line contrasted with Cain's.

Spiritual Lessons

The Godly Line

Through Seth came the godly line that would eventually produce Noah and ultimately Jesus. When Abel died, God didn't abandon His plan but provided Seth. God's purposes continue even through tragedy. From Seth's line came those who 'called on the name of the Lord.'

Key Verses

Genesis 4:25-26 Genesis 5:3-8 Luke 3:38

Frequently Asked Questions

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