Meaning
Seth is a Hebrew proper name meaning “appointed” or “placed.”
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, Seth is the third son of Adam and Eve.
He was born after the death of Abel, and through his descendants the genealogy recorded in Genesis continues to Noah.
Key References
- Genesis 4:25-26
- Genesis 5:3-8
- 1 Chronicles 1:1
- Luke 3:38
Related Terms
- Adam
- Eve
- Abel
- Cain