Luke 3:37
Which was the son of Mathusala, which was the son of Enoch, which was the son of Jared, which was the son of Maleleel, which was the son of Cainan,
Luke 3:37
Verse 37 lists: “Which was the son of Mathusala, which was the son of Enoch, which was the son of Jared, which was the son of Maleleel, which was the son of Cainan.” This traces back to the antediluvian patriarchs, spotlighting a long arc of lifespans and generations. Luke’s cataloging underscores the breadth of history that culminates in Jesus.
Enoch stands out in Genesis as one who walked with God and was taken up, hinting at intimate relationship with the divine. Linking to Enoch and Noah’s line through to Jesus frames the gospel as a divine-human collaboration spanning ages, culminating in Christ.
The idea of walking with God invites us into daily intimacy with Him. Practical steps: set aside time for quiet reflection; practice regular confession and gratitude; look for ways your life can be a “bridge” between faith ancestors and the next generation—sharing stories of God’s faithfulness.
Cross-References: Genesis 5; Hebrews 11:5-6; Luke 3:23-38