Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia 1. Genealogical SignificanceCainan is a biblical figure mentioned in the genealogies of the Book of Genesis and the Gospel of Luke. He is noted as a descendant of Adam and an ancestor of Noah, playing a crucial role in the lineage that leads to Jesus Christ. In Genesis 5:9-14 , Cainan is listed as the son of Enosh and the father of Mahalalel. The passage states: "When Enosh was 90 years old, he became the father of Cainan. And after he had become the father of Cainan, Enosh lived 815 years and had other sons and daughters. So Enosh lived a total of 905 years, and then he died. When Cainan was 70 years old, he became the father of Mahalalel. And after he had become the father of Mahalalel, Cainan lived 840 years and had other sons and daughters. So Cainan lived a total of 910 years, and then he died." 2. Theological Implications Cainan's inclusion in the genealogies underscores the biblical theme of God's faithfulness in preserving a lineage through which the Messiah would come. His life, as recorded in the genealogies, reflects the continuity of God's covenantal promises from Adam through to Noah and beyond. The genealogies serve as a testament to God's sovereign plan and the unfolding of redemptive history. 3. The Second Cainan A second Cainan appears in the genealogy of Jesus as recorded in Luke 3:36-37 , where he is listed as the son of Arphaxad and the father of Shelah. This Cainan is not mentioned in the Masoretic Text of the Old Testament but appears in the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Scriptures. The inclusion of this second Cainan in Luke's genealogy has been a topic of scholarly discussion, with some suggesting it reflects a textual tradition preserved in the Septuagint. 4. Historical Context The genealogies in which Cainan appears are set in the antediluvian period, a time characterized by long lifespans and a growing human population. This era, as described in Genesis, was marked by increasing wickedness, leading to God's judgment through the flood. Cainan's life, spanning 910 years, is indicative of the longevity attributed to early biblical figures, emphasizing the unique conditions of the pre-flood world. 5. Interpretative Challenges The mention of two individuals named Cainan in biblical genealogies presents interpretative challenges, particularly regarding textual variations between the Masoretic Text and the Septuagint. Conservative scholars often approach these differences by affirming the reliability of the biblical text and considering the possibility of scribal variations or the preservation of different textual traditions. The presence of Cainan in the genealogies is seen as consistent with the overarching biblical narrative and the theological emphasis on God's providential guidance of history. 6. Legacy and Influence Cainan's legacy is primarily found in his role within the genealogical record, serving as a link in the chain of generations leading to key biblical figures such as Noah and, ultimately, Jesus Christ. His mention in Scripture highlights the importance of family lineage and the transmission of faith across generations. Cainan's life, though briefly recorded, contributes to the broader biblical narrative of God's unfolding plan of salvation. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary CainanSmith's Bible Dictionary Cainan(possessor)
ATS Bible Dictionary Cainan1. Son of Enos, and father of Mahalaleel, Genesis 5:9; 1 Chronicles 1:2. 2. Son of Arphaxad and father of Salah, Luke 3:36. This Cainan, however, is not named in the three Old Testament genealogies, Genesis 10:24; 11:12; 1 Chronicles 1:24, nor in any ancient version. The name occurs in two places in the Septuagint, an early Greek version; and some suppose that copyists of Luke's gospel inserted the name, in order to agree with the Septuagint. Easton's Bible Dictionary Possession; smith. (1.) The fourth antediluvian patriarch, the eldest son of Enos. He was 70 years old at the birth of his eldest son Mahalaleel, after which he lived 840 years (Genesis 5:9-14), and was 910 years old when he died. He is also called Kenan (1 Chronicles 1:2). (2.) The son of Arphaxad (Luke 3:36). He is nowhere named in the Old Testament. He is usually called the "second Cainan." International Standard Bible Encyclopedia CAINANka'-nan, ka-i'-nan (Kainan): Greek 2536. Kainam -- Cainan, two ancestors of Christ ... Cainan, two ancestors of Christ. Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Indeclinable Transliteration: Kainam Phonetic Spelling: (kah-ee-nan') Short Definition: Cainan ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2536.htm - 6k 742. Arphaxad -- Arphaxad, a son of Shem and an ancestor of Christ 1800. Enos -- Enosh, an antediluvian Strong's Hebrew 7018. Qenan -- a descendant of Seth... of Seth NASB Word Usage Kenan (6). Cainan, Kenan. From the same as qen; fixed; Kenan, an antediluvian -- Cainan, Kenan. see HEBREW qen. 7017, 7018. ... /hebrew/7018.htm - 6k Library The Answer to the Question Raised. Concerning the Flood; and after what Manner Noah was Saved in an ... Fragment iii. Adam, when 230 Years Old, Begets Seth; and after ... C. The Genealogy of Jesus. Ch. 3:23-38 Genealogy According to Luke. The World was Created by God Nearly Six Thousand Years Ago... Of the Genealogy of Shem, in Whose Line the City of God is ... Of the Generations of the Three Sons of Noah. Of the Opinion of those who do not Believe that in These Primitive ... Chronology from Adam. Thesaurus Cainan (8 Occurrences)... 36). He is nowhere named in the Old Testament. He is usually called the "second Cainan.". Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. CAINAN. ka ... /c/cainan.htm - 9k Mahalaleel (7 Occurrences) Begetteth (52 Occurrences) Begot (119 Occurrences) Ca-i'nan (2 Occurrences) Begetting (20 Occurrences) Begotten (77 Occurrences) Kenan (7 Occurrences) Noe (6 Occurrences) Jared (7 Occurrences) Resources What is the significance of the land of Canaan in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhy did Noah curse Ham / Canaan? | GotQuestions.org Who were the Canaanites? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Cainan (8 Occurrences)Luke 3:36 Luke 3:37 Luke 3:38 Genesis 5:9 Genesis 5:10 Genesis 5:12 Genesis 5:13 1 Chronicles 1:2 Subtopics Cainan: Also Called Kenan: Son of Enos Related Terms |
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