Seed of Seth

This lesson explores how Genesis 4:25 connects to Jesus.

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Old Testament

Genesis 4:25

Adam made love to his wife again, and she gave birth to a son and named him Seth, saying, "God has granted me another child in place of Abel, since Cain killed him."

New Testament

Luke 3:38

the son of Enosh, the son of Seth, the son of Adam, the son of God.

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Alfred Edersheim

The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX

Seth birth — another seed refers to the Messiah (Ber. R. 23)

Quick Check

Part 1 - Multiple Choice

Which New Testament passage fulfills this prophecy in this lesson?

Part 2 - Fill In The Blank

Fill in the blank: The Old Testament prophecy for this lesson is ____.

Why This Matters

After Cain murdered Abel, Eve received Seth — a replacement seed through whom the promise would continue. Luke traces Jesus all the way back through Seth to Adam and ultimately to God.

Reflection

Father, You kept every genealogical promise. Let Genesis 4:25 fulfilled in Luke 3:38 assure me that Your word never fails.