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◄ Genesis 5:3►

New International Version
When Adam had lived 130 years, he had a son in his own likeness, in his own image; and he named him Seth.

New Living Translation
When Adam was 130 years old, he became the father of a son who was just like him—in his very image. He named his son Seth.

English Standard Version
When Adam had lived 130 years, he fathered a son in his own likeness, after his image, and named him Seth.

Berean Standard Bible
When Adam was 130 years old, he had a son in his own likeness, after his own image; and he named him Seth.

King James Bible
And Adam lived an hundred and thirty years, and begata son in his own likeness, after his image; and called his name Seth:

New King James Version
And Adam lived one hundred and thirty years, and begota son in his own likeness, after his image, and named him Seth.

New American Standard Bible
When Adam had lived 130 years, he fathereda son in his own likeness, according to his image, and named him Seth.

NASB 1995
When Adam had lived one hundred and thirty years, he became the father of a son in his own likeness, according to his image, and named him Seth.

NASB 1977
When Adam had lived one hundred and thirty years, he became the father ofa son in his own likeness, according to his image, and named him Seth.

Legacy Standard Bible
When Adam had lived 130 years, he became the father ofa son in his own likeness, according to his image, and named him Seth.

Amplified Bible
When Adam had lived a hundred and thirty years, he became the father ofa son in his own likeness, according to his image, and named him Seth.

Christian Standard Bible
Adam was 130 years old when he fathered a son in his likeness, according to his image, and named him Seth.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Adam was 130 years old when he fathered a son in his likeness, according to his image, and named him Seth.

American Standard Version
And Adam lived a hundred and thirty years, and begat a son in his own likeness, after his image; and called his name Seth:

English Revised Version
And Adam lived an hundred and thirty years, and begat a son in his own likeness, after his image; and called his name Seth:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
When Adam was 130 years old, he became the father [of a son] in his own likeness, in his own image. He named him Seth.

Good News Translation
When Adam was 130 years old, he had a son who was like him, and he named him Seth.

International Standard Version
After Adam had lived 130 years, he fathered a son just like him, that is, according to his own likeness, and named him Seth.

NET Bible
When Adam had lived 130 years he fathered a son in his own likeness, according to his image, and he named him Seth.

New Heart English Bible
Adam lived two hundred and thirty years, and became the father of a son in his own likeness, after his image, and named him Seth.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Adam lived a hundred and thirty years, and begat a son in his own likeness, after his image; and called his name Seth:

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
When Adam was 130 years old, he had a son in his own likeness, after his own image; and he named him Seth.

World English Bible
Adam lived one hundred thirty years, and became the father of a son in his own likeness, after his image, and named him Seth.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And Adam lives one hundred and thirty years [[or two hundred and thirty years]], and begets [a son] in his likeness, according to his image, and calls his name Seth.

Young's Literal Translation
And Adam liveth an hundred and thirty years, and begetteth a son in his likeness, according to his image, and calleth his name Seth.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Adam shall live thirty and one hundred years, and shall beget in his likeness, according to his image, and will call his name Seth.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And Adam lived a hundred and thirty years, and begot a son to his own image and likeness, and called his name Seth.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then Adam lived for one hundred and thirty years. And then he conceived a son in his own image and likeness, and he called his name Seth.

New American Bible
Adam was one hundred and thirty years old when he begot a son in his likeness, after his image; and he named him Seth.

New Revised Standard Version
When Adam had lived one hundred thirty years, he became the father of a son in his likeness, according to his image, and named him Seth.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And Adam lived a hundred and thirty years, and begot a son in his own likeness, after his image; and called his name Seth;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Adam lived a hundred and thirty years, and he begot in his likeness, according to his image, and he called his name Shayth:

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And Adam lived a hundred and thirty years, and begot a son in his own likeness, after his image; and called his name Seth.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Adam lived two hundred and thirty years, and begota son after hisown form, and after hisown image, and he called his name Seth.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Descendants of Adam
…2Male and female He created them, and He blessed them. And in the day they were created, He called them “man.”3When Adam was 130 years old,he had a son in his own likeness,after his own image;and he named him Seth.4And after he had become the father of Seth, Adam lived 800 years and had other sons and daughters.…

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Cross References

1 Chronicles 1:1
Adam, Seth, Enosh,

Luke 3:38
the son of Enosh, the son of Seth, the son of Adam, the son of God.

Romans 5:12
Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, so also death was passed on to all men, because all sinned.

1 Corinthians 15:22
For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive.

1 Corinthians 15:45
So it is written: “The first man Adam became a living being”; the last Adam a life-giving spirit.

Genesis 1:26-27
Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, after Our likeness, to rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, and over all the earth itself and every creature that crawls upon it.” / So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.

Genesis 2:7
Then the LORD God formed man from the dust of the ground and breathed the breath of life into his nostrils, and the man became a living being.

Genesis 4:25
And Adam again had relations with his wife, and she gave birth to a son and named him Seth, saying, “God has granted me another seed in place of Abel, since Cain killed him.”

Genesis 9:6
Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man his blood will be shed; for in His own image God has made mankind.

Matthew 1:1-2
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers.

Hebrews 11:4
By faith Abel offered God a better sacrifice than Cain did. By faith he was commended as righteous when God gave approval to his gifts. And by faith he still speaks, even though he is dead.

1 John 3:12
Do not be like Cain, who belonged to the evil one and murdered his brother. And why did Cain slay him? Because his own deeds were evil, while those of his brother were righteous.

Genesis 6:9
This is the account of Noah. Noah was a righteous man, blameless in his generation; Noah walked with God.

Genesis 11:10
This is the account of Shem. Two years after the flood, when Shem was 100 years old, he became the father of Arphaxad.

Genesis 17:19
But God replied, “Your wife Sarah will indeed bear you a son, and you are to name him Isaac. I will establish My covenant with him as an everlasting covenant for his descendants after him.

Treasury of Scripture

And Adam lived an hundred and thirty years, and begat a son in his own likeness, and after his image; and called his name Seth:

Genesis 5:20
And all the days of Jared were nine hundred sixty and two years: and he died.

Genesis 5:6
And Seth lived an hundred and five years, and begat Enos:

in his.

Job 14:4
Who can bring a cleanthing out of an unclean? not one.

Job 15:14-16
Whatis man, that he should be clean? andhe which is born of a woman, that he should be righteous? …

Job 25:4
How then can man be justified with God? or how can he be cleanthat is born of a woman?

called.

Genesis 4:25
And Adam knew his wife again; and she bare a son, and called his name Seth: For God,said she, hath appointed me another seed instead of Abel, whom Cain slew.

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Genesis 5

1.Recapitulation of the creation of man.
3.The genealogy, age, and death of the patriarchs from Adam to Noah.
22.Enoch's godliness and translation into Heaven.
25.The family line of Methuselah to Noah and his sons

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

When Adam was 130 years old
This phrase indicates the age of Adam at the time of Seth's birth, highlighting the longevity of early humans as recorded in Genesis. The long lifespans inGenesis 5 are often seen as a reflection of the pre-Flood world, where conditions may have been different. This age also suggests a significant period of time had passed since the creation and the events ofGenesis 3 and 4, allowing for the population to grow and for Cain's descendants to establish their own lineage.

he had a son in his own likeness, after his own image
This phrase echoes the language ofGenesis 1:26-27, where God creates man in His own image. Here, the transmission of the image is from Adam to Seth, indicating the continuation of the human race and the inherent dignity and value of human life. It also suggests the fallen nature of humanity, as Seth inherits not only the image of God but also the marred image due to Adam's sin. This concept of likeness and image is foundational for understanding human identity and the need for redemption.

and he named him Seth
The naming of Seth is significant as it marks the continuation of the godly line through which the promise ofGenesis 3:15 would be fulfilled. Seth's name means "appointed" or "granted," reflecting Eve's recognition of God's provision after the loss of Abel. This lineage is crucial for the unfolding of redemptive history, as it leads to Noah and eventually to Jesus Christ, the ultimate fulfillment of God's promise to bring salvation to humanity.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Adam
The first man created by God, living in the Garden of Eden before the Fall. He is a central figure in the genealogy of humanity.

2.Seth
The third son of Adam and Eve, born after Cain and Abel. Seth is significant as the ancestor through whom the godly line continues.

3.Likeness and Image
These terms refer to the resemblance and characteristics passed from Adam to Seth, echoing the language used inGenesis 1:26-27 about humanity being made in God's image.

Teaching Points

The Continuation of God's Plan
Despite the Fall and the sin of Cain, God’s plan for humanity continues through Seth. This teaches us about God's sovereignty and faithfulness in maintaining His purposes.

The Importance of Godly Heritage
Seth's birth signifies the continuation of a godly line. It reminds us of the importance of raising children in the knowledge and fear of the Lord.

Humanity's Reflection of God
Just as Seth was in the likeness of Adam, we are made in the image of God. This calls us to reflect God's character in our lives.

Legacy and Influence
Adam's legacy continued through Seth. We are encouraged to consider the legacy we are leaving for future generations.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Genesis 5:3?

2.How does Genesis 5:3 illustrate the transmission of sin through generations?

3.What significance does "in his own likeness" hold in Genesis 5:3?

4.How does Genesis 5:3 connect to the concept of original sin in Romans?

5.How can understanding Genesis 5:3 deepen our appreciation for Christ's redemptive work?

6.How should Genesis 5:3 influence our approach to parenting and spiritual legacy?

7.How does Genesis 5:3 align with scientific understanding of human origins and age?

8.Why does Genesis 5:3 emphasize Adam's age when he fathered Seth?

9.What theological significance does Seth's birth hold in Genesis 5:3?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 5?

11.What does "antediluvian" mean?

12.What is the date of Noah's flood?

13.How do we explain human fossils older than 6,000 years?

14.How does comparative mythology explain Christian stories better than divine inspiration?

What Does Genesis 5:3 Mean

When Adam was 130 years old

• Scripture records literal ages for the patriarchs (Genesis 5:5,Genesis 11:10–32), underscoring God’s meticulous preservation of history.

• Adam’s 130th year falls after the birth of Cain and Abel (Genesis 4:1–2) and after Abel’s murder (Genesis 4:8), indicating a lengthy period of grief and repentance before Seth’s arrival.

• The long lifespans before the Flood (Genesis 5:6–32) remind us of the altered conditions of the early earth and God’s patience in delaying judgment (2 Peter 3:9).

he had a son

• Childbearing is presented as God’s blessing (Genesis 1:28;Psalm 127:3).

• Adam and Eve’s continuing fruitfulness confirms God’s promise that life would persist even after the Fall (Genesis 3:15–16).

• The birth of this son sets the stage for the promised “offspring” through whom redemption would come (Luke 3:38;Galatians 3:16).

in his own likeness, after his own image

• Adam, originally made “in the image of God” (Genesis 1:26–27), now passes that image to Seth. Though marred by sin (Romans 5:12), the divine imprint remains (James 3:9).

• This phrase shows both continuity and contrast:

– Continuity—humanity still bears God’s stamp (Genesis 9:6).

– Contrast—sin’s corruption now marks every descendant (Romans 5:19).

• The wording confirms literal descent; genealogies in Scripture (1 Chronicles 1:1;Luke 3:23–38) trace a real, unbroken line pointing to Christ.

and he named him Seth

• “Seth” sounds like the Hebrew for “granted” or “appointed,” echoing Eve’s faith-filled declaration: “God has granted me another offspring in place of Abel” (Genesis 4:25).

• Naming reflects authority and hope (Genesis 2:19;Isaiah 43:1). By naming Seth, Adam acknowledges God’s ongoing plan despite human failure.

• Seth’s line will produce Enoch, Noah, and ultimately the Messiah (Genesis 5:21–29;Luke 3:23–38), demonstrating God’s sovereign preservation of a righteous remnant (Hebrews 11:4–7).

summary

Genesis 5:3 records a literal event that anchors humanity’s history: at 130, Adam fathers Seth, passing on the divinely given image despite sin’s tarnish. The verse affirms God’s faithfulness to sustain life, preserve genealogy, and move His redemptive plan forward through a specific lineage that will culminate in Jesus Christ.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(3)In his own likeness, after his image.--That is, Adam handed down to his posterity that Divine likeness which he had himself received.

Seth.--See onGenesis 4:25.

Pulpit Commentary

Verses 3-5. - At the head of the Adamic race stands the first man, whose career is summarized in three short verses, which serve as a model for the subsequent biographies.And Adam lived an hundred and thirty years.Shanah, a repetition, a return of the sun s circuit, or of similar natural phenomena; fromshanah, to fold together, to repeat; hence a year (Gesenius, Furst). Cf. Latin,annus; Greek,ἐνιαυτός; Gothic,Jar,jar,jet; German, jahr; English,year - all of which "seem to carry the same thought, viz., that which comes again" (T. Lewis). "Shanah never means month" (Kalisch).And begat a son in his own likeness,- damuth (cf.Genesis 1:26) -after his image- tselem (cf. Genesis1:26); not the Divine image in which he was himself created (Kalisch, Knobel, Alford), but the image or likeness of his own fallen nature,i.e. the image of God modified and corrupted by sin (Keil, Murphy, Wordsworth). "A supernatural remedy does not prevent generation from participating in the corruption of sin. Therefore, according to the flesh Seth was born a sinner, though he was afterwards renewed by the Spirit of grace" (Calvin). The doctrine of inherited depravity or transmitted sin has been commonly held to favor the theory which accounts for the origin of the human soulper traducem (Tertullian, Luther, Delitzsch), in opposition to that which holds it to be due to the creative power of God (Jerome, Augustine, Calvin, Beza, Turretin). Kalisch thinks the statement "Adam begat Seth in his own image ' decisive in favor of Traducianism, while Hodge affirms "it only asserts that Seth was like his father, and sheds no light, on the mysterious process of generation ('Syst. Theol.,' Part I.Genesis 3. § 2). The truth is that Scripture seems to recognize both sides of this question.VidePsalm 51:5 in favor of Traducianism, andPsalm 139:14-16; Jeremiah L 5 in support of Creationism (cf. Martensen's 'Dogmatics,' § 74), though there is much force in the words of Augustine "De re obscurissima disputatur, non adjuvantibus divinarum scripturarum certis clarisque documentis."And called his name - probably concurring in the name selected by Eve (Genesis 4:25) -Seth - Appointed, placed, substituted; hence compensation (Genesis 4:25).And the days of Adam after he had begotten - literally,his begetting -Seth were eight hundred years: and he begat sons and daughters. "In that primitive time the births did not rapidly follow each other - a fact which had to indicate that his having a posterity at all was conditioned by the ripeness of his faith. At the same time the lateness of paternity among these primeval men may have been partly due to a physical cause as well, "since in exact accordance with the increasing degeneracy and rankness of human life is there, in a literal sense, the increase of a numerous and wretched offspring" (Lange).And all the days that Adam - not the whole tribe (Gatterer,vide Bohlen; cf. Balgarnie, 'Expositor,' vol. 8.), "as in this case Enoch must have been taken to heaven with his whole family" (Kalisch); but the individual bearing that name -lived were nine hundred and thirty years. The remarkable longevity of the Macrobii has been explained -

1.On the supposition of its non-authenticity.

(1) As a purely mythical conception (Knobel, Bauer, Hartmann, Bohlen); which, however, may be safely rejected as an altogether inadequate hypothesis.

(2) As due to an error in the traditional transmission of the genealogical registers, several names having fallen out, leaving their years to be reckoned to those that remained (Rosenmüller); but against this conjecture stands the orderly succession of father and son through ten generations. . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

When Adam
אָדָ֗ם(’ā·ḏām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 121:Adam -- the first man, also a city in the Jordan Valley

was
וַֽיְחִ֣י(way·ḥî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2421:To live, to revive

130
שְׁלֹשִׁ֤ים(šə·lō·šîm)
Number - common plural
Strong's 7970:Thirty, thirtieth

years old,
שָׁנָ֔ה(šā·nāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8141:A year

he had a son
וַיּ֥וֹלֶד(way·yō·w·leḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3205:To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

in his own likeness,
בִּדְמוּת֖וֹ(biḏ·mū·ṯōw)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1823:Resemblance, model, shape, like

after his own image;
כְּצַלְמ֑וֹ(kə·ṣal·mōw)
Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6754:A phantom, illusion, resemblance, a representative figure, an idol

and he named him
וַיִּקְרָ֥א(way·yiq·rā)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7121:To call, proclaim, read

Seth.
שֵֽׁת׃(šêṯ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8352:Seth -- a son of Adam

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OT Law: Genesis 5:3 Adam lived one hundred thirty years (Gen. Ge Gn)