Shelah
Descendants of Shem in the Patriarchal Lineage
Aussi appelé : Zalaph
Shelah (also known as Shelah or Shelach) was the son of Arpachshad and father of Eber in the lineage from Shem to Abraham. He is a vital link in the genealogy of the patriarchs, connecting Noah's descendants with the Hebrew people. He is mentioned in the genealogies of both the Old and New Testaments.
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Birth as Son of Arpachshad
Shelah was born as the son of Arpachshad, who was the son of Shem. He was born when Arpachshad was 35 years old.
Father of Eber
When Shelah was 30 years old, he had a son named Eber, who became the ancestor of the Hebrews.
Lived 403 years after the birth of Eber
After Eber was born, Shelah lived for another 403 years and had more sons and daughters.
Mentioned in 1 Chronicles
Shelah is listed in the genealogy from Adam to Abraham in 1 Chronicles as part of the chosen lineage.
Mentioned in Luke's genealogy of Jesus
Shelah is included in Luke's genealogy, tracing Jesus' ancestry back to Adam through the patriarchs, showing his place in salvation history.