Reu, son of Peleg
The name Reu means “his friend; his shepherd.” Reu is mentioned in 6 verses of the Bible, first in Genesis 11:18. Also called Ragau.
Family of Reu
Key verses about Reu
- Genesis 11:18
And Peleg lived thirty years, and begat Reu:
- Genesis 11:19
And Peleg lived after he begat Reu two hundred and nine years, and begat sons and daughters.
- Genesis 11:20
And Reu lived two and thirty years, and begat Serug:
- Genesis 11:21
And Reu lived after he begat Serug two hundred and seven years, and begat sons and daughters.
- 1 Chronicles 1:25
Eber, Peleg, Reu,
- Luke 3:35
Which was the son of Saruch, which was the son of Ragau, which was the son of Phalec, which was the son of Heber, which was the son of Sala,
Timeline of Reu's life
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2216 BC | Birth of Reu |
| 2216 BC | Lifetime of Reu |
| 2184 BC | Birth of Serug |
| 1977 BC | Death of Reu |