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The story of Hanoch
Hanoch is mentioned in the Bible as the son of Cain and father of Methuselah. According to Genesis 4:17-18, he lived 969 years and begat sons and daughters. Not much is known about Hanoch beyond this brief mention, but he is considered to be a prominent figure in the genealogy of Cain's descendants.
Name meaning
The name "Hanoch" (also spelled "Henoch" or "Chanoch") is of Hebrew origin and is commonly associated with meanings such as "dedicated" or "initiated." In the Hebrew Bible, Hanoch is mentioned as one of the sons of Reuben, the firstborn son of Jacob. The name is sometimes linked to concepts of dedication or consecration, possibly reflecting a cultural or religious significance in historical contexts.
Name origin
Hebrew
Role
Enoch - Prophet
First mention
Genesis 25:4
Appearances in the Bible
5 mentions
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