Topical Bible: Faith: Enoch

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Enoch is a significant figure in the Bible, known for his exemplary faith and unique relationship with God. He is mentioned in the genealogies of Genesis and is celebrated in the New Testament for his faithfulness.

Biblical Account

Enoch appears in the genealogical record of Genesis 5, where he is described as the seventh generation from Adam. The text states, "Enoch walked with God, and then he was no more, because God took him away" (Genesis 5:24). This brief yet profound statement highlights Enoch's close fellowship with God, distinguishing him from others in the genealogy who are simply noted for their lifespan and offspring.

Faith and Righteousness

Enoch's life is a testament to living by faith. The author of Hebrews commends Enoch for his faith, stating, "By faith Enoch was taken up so that he did not see death, and he could not be found, because God had taken him away. For before he was taken, he was commended as one who pleased God" (Hebrews 11:5). This passage underscores the belief that Enoch's faith was so pleasing to God that he was spared the experience of death, a unique honor that signifies divine approval.

Prophetic Role

In the New Testament, Enoch is also mentioned in the Epistle of Jude, where he is attributed with a prophetic role. Jude writes, "Enoch, the seventh from Adam, also prophesied about them: 'Behold, the Lord is coming with myriads of His holy ones'" (Jude 1:14). This reference suggests that Enoch was not only a man of faith but also a prophet who foresaw the coming judgment of God, emphasizing his role as a righteous and faithful witness in a corrupt world.

Symbol of Hope and Transformation

Enoch's translation to heaven without experiencing death serves as a symbol of hope and transformation for believers. His life exemplifies the possibility of intimate communion with God and the transformative power of faith. Enoch's account encourages believers to pursue a life that pleases God, with the assurance that such faith will be rewarded.

Legacy

Enoch's legacy is one of unwavering faith and righteousness. His life is a powerful reminder of the importance of walking with God and living a life that is pleasing to Him. Enoch's faith is celebrated as a model for believers, demonstrating that a life of faith can lead to divine favor and eternal reward.

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Hebrews 11:5
By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death; and was not found, because God had translated him: for before his translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God.
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The Faith of Abraham.
... tenth verse the Apostle compares Abraham's faith with that of Noah; after a short
episode concerning Sarah, he compares Abraham's faith with Enoch's, from the ...
/.../the expositors bible the epistle to the hebrews/chapter xi the faith of.htm

Enoch, the Deathless
... Therefore Enoch "pleased God." Faith presupposes reverence, love, obedience, and
man never pays a higher tribute to another than to trust him implicitly and ...
/.../milligan/men of the bible some lesser-known/enoch the deathless.htm

How we Can Attain Perfection in Each of These Sorts of ...
... "And Enoch walked with God, and was not found, for God translated him." And the
Apostle also says: "By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death ...
/.../cassian/the works of john cassian /chapter vii how we can.htm

Hebrews xi. 3, 4
... [4.] ( Ver.5 ) "By faith Enoch was translated, that he should not see death, and
was not found, because God ... How was it "by faith" that "Enoch was translated"? ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily xxii hebrews xi 3.htm

Entire Sanctification in Patriarchal Times.
... for God took him." Such is the record in Genesis, but when we turn to the eleventh
of Hebrews, the faith chapter, we find that "by faith Enoch was translated ...
/.../clark/the theology of holiness/chapter iii entire sanctification in.htm

Faith
... Listen to their names: "By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice;"
"By faith Enoch was translated;" "By faith Noah built an ark;" "By faith ...
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The Translation of Living Believers.
... to heaven of those believers which shall be on the earth at the time of our Lord's
return is found in the rapture of Enoch, "By faith Enoch was translated that ...
/.../pink/the redeemers return/3 the translation of living.htm

Summary.
... 1. His faith compared with the faith of Noah. 2. His faith compared with the faith
of Enoch. 3. His faith compared with the faith of Abel. XII. ...
/.../edwards/the expositors bible the epistle to the hebrews/summary.htm

Noah's Faith, Fear, Obedience, and Salvation
... THE APOSTLE COULD NOT AVOID mentioning Noah; for in him faith shone forth eminently.
He has placed him in due order of time after Abel and Enoch; but he had ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 36 1890/noahs faith fear obedience and.htm

Faith and Courage.
... We ought in these days to have far more faith than Abel, or Enoch, or Abraham
had. They lived away on the other side of the Cross. ...
/.../moody/to the work to the work/chapter iii faith and courage.htm