Genesis 5:5 states: "Altogether, Adam lived 930 years . . ."
This number was originally recorded on a clay tablet in sexagesimal numerals as " IIIII
During the reigns of the kings David and Solomon (about 1000 BC) learned scribes were commissioned to convert the then long-obsolete sexagesimal numerals to decimal quantities expressed in words.
Could they have erred in their conversions?
This work demonstrates that some very likely and obvious errors were made. It re-examines all the number conversions in the book of Genesis.
ThriftBooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. We personally assess every book's quality and offer rare, out-of-print treasures. We deliver the joy of reading in recyclable packaging with free standard shipping on US orders over $20. ThriftBooks.com. Read more. Spend less.