Genesis 11:21
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Reu lived 207 years after fathering Serug, fathering more sons and daughters.
Context
Reu's remaining years of 207 (total 32 + 207 = 239 years) equal Peleg's total lifespan, showing the pattern of lifespan reduction continuing. Two centuries of life still represented substantial longevity and opportunity for multiple children.
What Does Genesis 11:21 Mean?
Reu's remaining years of 207 (total 32 + 207 = 239 years) equal Peleg's total lifespan, showing the pattern of lifespan reduction continuing. Two centuries of life still represented substantial longevity and opportunity for multiple children.
The continued record of sons and daughters throughout the genealogy emphasizes the persistent blessing of fertility and multiplication. Despite the temporal dimension changing, the divine blessing of productive families continues unchanged.