Bible Dictionary
Kenan
Kenan, also called Cainan, was a son of Enosh and a descendant of Seth. He appears in the genealogical records of Genesis and Chronicles.
Definition
Kenan, also called Cainan, was a son of Enosh and a descendant of Seth. He is included in the genealogical records of Genesis and Chronicles.
Biblical Usage
Kenan appears in the genealogies as the son of Enosh and is named among the descendants of Seth.
Historical Background
The King James Version generally uses the form “Cainan,” except in 1 Chronicles 1:2, where it uses “Kenan.”
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(possession) = Cainan, the son of Enos. (1 Chronicles 1:2)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ke'-nan (qenan; Kainan) : A son of Enosh, the son of Seth (Ge 5:9,10,12,13,14; 1Ch 1:2). the King James Version form (except in 1Ch 1:2), is "Cainan."</p>