Genesis 17:2
“And I will make my covenant between me and thee, and will multiply thee exceedingly.”
Genesis 17:2 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- And I will make my covenant between me and thee, and will multiply thee exceedingly.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- And I will make my covenant between me and thee: and I will multiply thee exceedingly.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- And I will make my covenant between me and thee, and will multiply thee exceedingly.
- DARBYDarby
- And I will set my covenant between me and thee, and will very greatly multiply thee.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- I will make my covenant between me and you, and will multiply you exceedingly.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- and I give My covenant between Me and thee, and multiply thee very exceedingly.'
- BPVBiblePics Version
- "I will establish my covenant with you and greatly increase your numbers."
Context: Genesis 17
1And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect.
2And I will make my covenant between me and thee, and will multiply thee exceedingly.
3And Abram fell on his face: and God talked with him, saying,
4As for me, behold, my covenant is with thee, and thou shalt be a father of many nations.
About Genesis 17: Abraham and Sarah's Names Changed
God changes Abram's name to Abraham and Sarai's name to Sarah, and makes a covenant with him. He promises that Abraham will be the father of many nations, and that his descendants will inherit the land of Canaan. He also tells Abraham to be circumcised as a sign of this covenant.
Commentary
Genesis 17 is a pivotal chapter in the book of Genesis, as it marks the beginning of the covenant between God and Abraham. This covenant is the foundation of the relationship between God and the Israelites, and it is a promise of God's faithfulness and protection.