Jabal
Mentioned in 4002 BC traditional (Jones)
A stream, a descendant of Cain, and brother of Jubal; “the father of such as dwell in tents and have cattle” (Gen. 4:20). This description indicates that he led a wandering life.
From Easton’s Bible Dictionary (1897).
- The 8th generation from Adam, counting Adam as the first.
- Mentioned in the era of Creation to the Flood, 4004–2349 BC.
- Named in the same verses as Adah.
Computed from the data. Years are traditional (Jones).
Family
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Mentions
Begat counts Jabal in 1 tagged verse in one book.
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The name in each translation
| Text | Occurrences of each name |
|---|---|
| BSB | Jabal 1 |
| KJV | Jabal 1 |
| ASV | Jabal 1 |
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Genesis1 verse
- 4:20
Adah gave birth to Jabal; he was the father of those who dwell in tents and raise livestock.
Easton’s Bible Dictionary
The full entry, public domain, as printed in 1897.
A stream, a descendant of Cain, and brother of Jubal; “the father of such as dwell in tents and have cattle” (Gen. 4:20). This description indicates that he led a wandering life.