Jump to: Smith's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Name Meaning: The name Methuselah is often interpreted to mean "man of the dart" or "man of the spear," though some suggest it could mean "when he dies, it shall be sent," possibly referring to the flood.Biblical References: Methuselah is a prominent figure in the genealogical records of the Bible, specifically in the Book of Genesis. He is mentioned in Genesis 5:21-27, 1 Chronicles 1:3, and Luke 3:37. Genealogy and Lifespan: Methuselah is a descendant of Adam through the line of Seth. He is the son of Enoch and the father of Lamech. Methuselah is most famously known for his extraordinary lifespan. According to Genesis 5:27 , "So Methuselah lived a total of 969 years, and then he died." This makes him the longest-lived human recorded in the Bible. Family Lineage: Methuselah's father, Enoch, is noted for his close walk with God and for being taken by God without experiencing death (Genesis 5:24). Methuselah's son, Lamech, is the father of Noah, who plays a crucial role in the biblical narrative of the Flood. Methuselah's position in the genealogy places him in the line of the patriarchs leading to Noah, and subsequently, to the post-Flood world. Historical and Theological Significance: Methuselah's long life has intrigued scholars and theologians for centuries. His lifespan, which nearly reaches a millennium, is often seen as a symbol of the antediluvian (pre-Flood) world, where human longevity was significantly greater than in subsequent generations. Methuselah's death is traditionally understood to have occurred in the same year as the Great Flood, which some interpret as a divine marker or warning of the impending judgment. Cultural Impact: Methuselah's name has become synonymous with longevity and is often used in literature and popular culture to denote extreme old age. His life serves as a testament to the early chapters of Genesis, where the effects of sin had not yet fully diminished human vitality. Theological Reflections: Methuselah's life and death are often reflected upon in the context of God's patience and mercy. His extended lifespan is seen as a period during which humanity had the opportunity to repent before the judgment of the Flood. Methuselah's presence in the biblical narrative underscores the themes of divine forbearance and the eventual fulfillment of God's promises and warnings. Legacy: Methuselah's legacy is preserved through his descendants, particularly Noah, who becomes the central figure in the account of the Flood. Through Noah, Methuselah's lineage continues, ultimately leading to the establishment of a new covenant with humanity and the preservation of God's creation. Smith's Bible Dictionary Methuselah(man of the dart), the son of Enoch, sixth in descent from Seth, and father of Lamech. (Genesis 5:25-27) ATS Bible Dictionary MethuselahSon of Enoch, and father of Lamech. He lived 969 years, a longer life than any other on record, and died within the year before the deluge, Genesis 5:21,22. Easton's Bible Dictionary Man of the dart, the son of Enoch, and grandfather of Noah. He was the oldest man of whom we have any record, dying at the age of nine hundred and sixty-nine years, in the year of the Flood (Genesis 5:21-27; 1 Chronicles 1:3). International Standard Bible Encyclopedia METHUSELAHme-thu'-se-la, me-thu'-se-la (methushelach, "man of the javelin"): A descendant of Seth, the son of Enoch, and father of Lamech (Genesis 5:21 1 Chronicles 1:3 Luke 3:37). Methuselah is said to have lived 969 years; he is therefore the oldest of the patriarchs and the oldest man. It is doubtful whether these long years do not include the duration of a family or clan. Greek 3103c. Mathousala -- Methuselah, a patriarch ... 3103b, 3103c. Mathousala. 3104 . Methuselah, a patriarch. Transliteration: Mathousala Short Definition: Methuselah. Word Origin ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3103c.htm - 5k 3103. Mathousala -- Matthat, an Israelite 1802. Enoch -- Enoch, a patriarch 2984. Lamech -- Lamech, a patriarch and an ancestor of Christ Strong's Hebrew 4968. Methushelach -- perhaps "man of the dart," a descendant of ...... perhaps "man of the dart," a descendant of Seth. Transliteration: Methushelach Phonetic Spelling: (meth-oo-sheh'-lakh) Short Definition: Methuselah. ... Methuselah. ... /hebrew/4968.htm - 6k Library Of Methuselah's Age, which Seems to Extend Fourteen Years Beyond ... The Answer to the Question Raised. Whether, in Computing Years, we Ought to Follow the Hebrew or the ... Christian Morals. Part iii. Of the Different Computation of the Ages of the Antediluvians ... What is Man? Chapter v The Pentateuch. Concerning the Genuineness of "The Prophecy of Enoch. " C. The Genealogy of Jesus. Ch. 3:23-38 Thesaurus Methuselah (7 Occurrences)... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. METHUSELAH. ...Methuselah is said to have lived 969 years; he is therefore the oldest of the patriarchs and the oldest man. ... /m/methuselah.htm - 9k Methuselah's (1 Occurrence) Methu'selah (6 Occurrences) Enoch (18 Occurrences) Lamech (11 Occurrences) Begetteth (52 Occurrences) Patriarchs (6 Occurrences) Antediluvian Eighty (36 Occurrences) Daughters (246 Occurrences) Resources Who was Lamech in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWho was Enoch in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Questions about People in the Bible (All) | GotQuestions.org Methuselah: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Methuselah (7 Occurrences)Luke 3:37 Genesis 5:21 Genesis 5:22 Genesis 5:25 Genesis 5:26 Genesis 5:27 1 Chronicles 1:3 Subtopics Methuselah: Son of Enoch and Grandfather of Noah Related Terms |
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