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The First Ten Names

In this intriguing exploration, we delve into the first ten generations listed in the Bible, from Adam to Noah, uncovering a hidden message within their names. This article examines how the sequential meanings of these ancient names remarkably foretell the coming and purpose of Jesus Christ, revealing a profound thread of divine prophecy interwoven through the early chapters of Genesis. Join us as we decode this genealogical prophecy, demonstrating how even names can carry profound biblical truths and underscore the interconnectedness of scripture, enlightening us about God's plan of salvation.
Genesis 5:1-32 (KJV)

1) This is the book of the generations of Adam. In the day that God created man, in the likeness of God made he him;

2) Male and female created he them; and blessed them, and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created.

3) 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:

4) And the days of Adam after he had begotten Seth were eight hundred years: and he begat sons and daughters:

5) And all the days that Adam lived were nine hundred and thirty years: and he died.

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

7) And Seth lived after he begat Enos eight hundred and seven years, and begat sons and daughters:

8) And all the days of Seth were nine hundred and twelve years: and he died.

9) And Enos lived ninety years, and begat Cainan:

10) And Enos lived after he begat Cainan eight hundred and fifteen years, and begat sons and daughters:

11) And all the days of Enos were nine hundred and five years: and he died.

12) And Cainan lived seventy years and begat Mahalaleel:

13) And Cainan lived after he begat Mahalaleel eight hundred and forty years, and begat sons and daughters:

14) And all the days of Cainan were nine hundred and ten years: and he died.

15) And Mahalaleel lived sixty and five years, and begat Jared:

16) And Mahalaleel lived after he begat Jared eight hundred and thirty years, and begat sons and daughters:

17) And all the days of Mahalaleel were eight hundred ninety and five years: and he died.

18) And Jared lived an hundred sixty and two years, and he begat Enoch:

19) And Jared lived after he begat Enoch eight hundred years, and begat sons and daughters:

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

21) And Enoch lived sixty and five years, and begat Methuselah:

22) And Enoch walked with God after he begat Methuselah three hundred years, and begat sons and daughters:

23) And all the days of Enoch were three hundred sixty and five years:

24) And Enoch walked with God: and he was not; for God took him.

25) And Methuselah lived an hundred eighty and seven years, and begat Lamech.

26) And Methuselah lived after he begat Lamech seven hundred eighty and two years, and begat sons and daughters:

27) And all the days of Methuselah were nine hundred sixty and nine years: and he died.

28) And Lamech lived an hundred eighty and two years, and begat a son:

29) And he called his name Noah, saying, This same shall comfort us concerning our work and toil of our hands, because of the ground which the LORD hath cursed.

30) And Lamech lived after he begat Noah five hundred ninety and five years, and begat sons and daughters:

31) And all the days of Lamech were seven hundred seventy and seven years: and he died.

32) And Noah was five hundred years old: and Noah begat Shem, Ham, and Japheth.


The sequence of ten names from Adam to Noah can be traced in the genealogical records of Genesis 5:1-32, but for a more concise list, one can turn to 1 Chronicles, where these names are presented without the extensive "begats."

1 Chronicles 1:1-4 (KJV)

1) Adam, Sheth, Enosh,

2) Kenan, Mahalaleel, Jered,

3) Henoch, Methuselah, Lamech,

4) Noah, Shem, Ham, and Japheth.


  • Adam: Son, Man, or Humanity
  • Seth: Substitute, Appointed, Predecessor, Successor
  • Enosh: Mortal Man
  • Kenan: To take Possession of, To Reside In
  • Mahalaleel: Praise of God, Splendor of God, Mighty Exaltation
  • Jered: He who descends or He who comes down
  • Enoch: Dedicated, Initiated, Inaugurated
  • Methuselah: Man of the Dart, Bringer of Death, One who was Sent
  • Lamech: Powerful, Strong, or Robust
  • Noah: Rest, Repose

When arranged in order, the names convey this message: The Son of Man (Adam) was appointed (Seth) to reside or dwell in (Kenan) a mortal body (Enosh) whom God has exalted (Mahalaleel) come down to earth (Jared) in his ordained role (Enoch) dispatched to face death (Methuselah) thereby empowering (Lamech) those in pursuit of peace and rest (Noah). Each name, like a stepping stone, leads us closer to the anticipation of Jesus' arrival, revealing the depth of God's plan.

These initial ten names within the scriptures unveil God's blueprint for Jesus Christ's life, from his birth to his resurrection. Each name contributes to a storyline that anticipates Jesus, the figure destined to experience human life and offer himself as a sacrifice for humanity. This connection not only anticipates Jesus but also showcases the unity and coherence of God's plan, highlighting the profound interconnectedness within the Biblical narrative.

I don't know about you, but I am grateful that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, was willing to come down to earth and take on a mortal body to die for our sins. His sacrifice, a testament to his love for us, ensures that we could have eternal rest and peace.
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