Genesis 5:20 Meaning and Explanation
“And all the days of Jared were nine hundred sixty and two years: and he died.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Jared's total lifespan was 962 years; he dies after witnessing much of Enoch's remarkable life.
The Context of Genesis 5:20
Jared's death closes his 962-year lifespan.
What Does Genesis 5:20 Mean?
Jared's 962-year lifespan is the longest yet recorded in the genealogy, surpassing even Adam's 930 years. Yet despite his exceptional longevity, death still comes to him. The record of his years marks the completion of his life and the closing of an era in which Enoch was rising.
Jared's death occurs while Enoch is still alive and walking with God. This overlap in their lifespans creates a continuity between the conventional patriarch and the one who will be translated, suggesting that even as Enoch's path diverges, the normal human condition of mortality surrounds him.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genesis 5:20
What does Genesis 5:20 mean?
Jared's total lifespan was 962 years; he dies after witnessing much of Enoch's remarkable life.
What is the context of Genesis 5:20?
Jared's death closes his 962-year lifespan.