Jared

Technical Profile

Name Meaning: Hebrew Yāreḏ (“descent,” “to descend”), a traditional personal name in the early genealogy.
Period/Era: Primeval History (antediluvian period)
Main References: Genesis 5:15–20; 1 Chronicles 1:2
Key Connections: Son of Mahalalel; father of Enoch; ancestor in the line from Adam to Noah

Who was Jared?

Jared was an early patriarch listed in the Genesis genealogies before the flood.
He is presented as part of the line from Adam that structures the Primeval History.
His primary narrative role is genealogical, connecting Mahalalel to Enoch.

Key Events & Achievements

Fatherhood recorded: Became the father of Enoch at age 162 (Genesis 5:18).
Longevity noted: Lived 962 years in the Genesis chronology (Genesis 5:20).
Lineage preserved: Included in the later summary genealogy of 1 Chronicles (1 Chronicles 1:2).

Life Lesson & Legacy

Jared’s brief biblical record highlights the importance of genealogical continuity in Israel’s presentation of early human history.

Key Verse

"When Jared had lived 162 years, he fathered Enoch." — Genesis 5:18, ESV

Quizzes

Answer the questions below. When you choose an option, you will see the result and an explanation.

1. According to the genealogical record, how old was Jared when he became the father of Enoch?

2. Which family relationship is explicitly stated about Jared?