Shem, Japheth's older brother, also had descendants. Shem was the father of the descendants of Eber.

Arpachshad fathered Cainan, Cainan fathered Shelah, and Shelah fathered Eber.

To Eber were born two sons. One was named Peleg, because the earth was divided during his lifetime. His brother was named Joktan.

When Shelah had lived 30 years, he fathered Eber.

After he fathered Eber, Shelah lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters.

When Eber had lived 34 years, he fathered Peleg.

After he fathered Peleg, Eber lived 430 years and had other sons and daughters.