The Mystery of Enoch’s Disappearance

The Mystery of Enoch’s Disappearance: Walking with God The story of Enoch, as recorded in the Bible, is one of profound mystery and intrigue. In Genesis 5:24, we read: “Enoch walked with God; then he was no more, for God took him.” This brief but evocative passage has sparked centuries of speculation and interpretation among scholars, theologians, and mystics alike. What does it mean to “walk with God,” and what does it imply that “God took him”? Who Was Enoch? Enoch is a relatively enigmatic figure in the Hebrew Bible. Mentioned briefly as a descendant of Adam and the great-grandfather of Noah, his genealogy appears in Genesis 5. What makes him exceptional is that, unlike others in his lineage who are described as living, begetting children, and eventually dying, Enoch’s story takes a different turn. After living for 365 years—a significant number often linked to the solar calendar—he does not die in the traditional sense. Instead, the text ambiguously states that he was “no mor...