Lifespan

Uncertain, although Methusaleh was the longest lived of the early patriarchs, living a total of 969 years.

Ministry

Methusaleh was a righteous man, a prophet, and an astronomer, but little is known about his actual ministry.

Preparation and Calling

Unknown

Interaction with God

Unknown

Social Situation

When the city of Enoch was taken into heaven, Methuselah was left on the earth to provide a prophetic, priesthood lineage through which Noah would be born.

Key Teachings

The scriptural record contains no record of teachings specific to Methusaleh.

Living with the Prophet

Methusaleh lived longer than any other human being on record. What do you suppose he experienced during his nearly 1,000 years of life? Although people today do not live as long as Methusaleh, we have much to learn from those who have “been around the block a time or two.” Resolve today to visit an elderly person, and try to learn three things of value during your visit.

Sources

Holy Bible, the book of Genesis

Oxford Companion to the Bible, s.v. “Methusaleh”

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