The Greek word Ἐνώς (Enṓs), represented by G1800, is defined as a patriarch named Enos. It is of Hebrew origin (אֱנוֹשׁ) and appears 1 times across 1 unique verses in the Bible, marking a specific individual in a significant lineage.
The single biblical appearance of G1800 is in the genealogy presented in Luke. In this context, Enos is identified as a crucial link in the ancestry being traced. The verse establishes his place in the patriarchal line, stating he was the son of Seth Luke 3:38. His inclusion serves to connect the generations from Adam forward, solidifying a continuous and recorded heritage.
Several related words found in the same verse provide context for the lineage of Enos:
- G4589 Sḗth: Defined as a patriarch, Seth is identified as the father of Enos, placing him as a foundational figure in this specific ancestral line Luke 3:38.
- G76 Adám: Meaning Adam, the first man, he is positioned as the father of Seth in the same genealogy Luke 3:38. As the progenitor of humanity, his name anchors the entire lineage.
- G2316 theós: This word for God is used to identify the ultimate origin of the entire line, with the genealogy culminating in the statement that Adam was "the son of God" Luke 3:38.
The theological weight of G1800 is derived entirely from its placement within this key genealogy.
- Patriarchal Continuity: The presence of Enos demonstrates the unbroken chain of human history as recorded in scripture. He functions as a vital link connecting his father, Seth, to subsequent generations.
- Divine Lineage: By being part of the lineage traced in Luke 3:38, Enos is situated within a history that originates with Adam, who is directly identified as the "son of God" in this passage. This places Enos within a recorded line of humanity that finds its ultimate source in God.
In summary, while Ἐνώς (Enṓs) G1800 is mentioned only once, its role is specific and significant. It names a patriarch whose sole function in the New Testament is to serve as a link in the genealogy of Luke 3:38. This single reference secures his place in the recorded lineage that connects humanity through Seth and Adam back to God, highlighting the importance of every individual in the biblical account of history.
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