'Generations' in the Bible
So all the generations from Abraham to David totaled fourteen generations, and from David to the deportation to Babylon totaled fourteen generations, and from the deportation to Babylon to the Messiah there were fourteen generations.
because he has looked favorably on his humble servant. From now on, all generations will call me blessed,
In past generations he allowed all the nations to go their own ways,
After all, Moses has had people to proclaim him in every city for generations, and on every Sabbath his books are read aloud in the synagogues."
which in previous generations was not made known to human beings as it has now been revealed by the Spirit to God's holy apostles and prophets. This is that secret:
to him be glory in the church and in the Messiah Jesus to all generations, forever and ever! Amen.
This secret was hidden throughout the ages and generations but has now been revealed to his saints,