Genesis 11:16
“And Eber lived four and thirty years, and begat Peleg:”

What does Genesis 11:16 mean?
The Bible verse Genesis 11:16 from the King James Version (KJV) reads, "And Eber lived four and thirty years, and begat Pelag. And Eber lived after he begat Pelag four hundred and thirty years, and begat sons and daughters." This verse is a part of the genealogy of Shem, one of…
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In Genesis 11:16, we read, "And Eber lived four and thirty years, and begat Peleg:" This short but poignant verse may seem unremarkable in the grand narrative of Scripture, but it holds profound insights for those willing to seek out the depths of God’s design through the lives…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Legacy and Generational Blessing
Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts full of reverence and gratitude for Your Word that is our guide and sustenance. We reflect on Genesis 11:16, which tells us, "And Eber lived four and thirty years, and begat Peleg." What seems like a simple statement of…
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