Nehemiah 9:8

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَجَدْتَ قَلْبَهُ مُخْلِصًا لَكَ، فَقَطَعْتَ مَعَهُ عَهْدًا بِأنْ تُعطِيَهُ أرْضَ الكَنْعَانِيِّينَ وَالحِثِّيِّينَ وَالأمُورِيِّينَ وَالفَرِزِّيِّينَ وَاليَبُوسِيِّينَ وَالجِرْجَاشِيِّينَ، لِكَي تُعطِيَهَا لِأحفَادِهِ. وَحَفِظْتَ وَعدَكَ لِأنَّكَ إلَهٌ أمِينٌ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse talks about God finding Abraham faithful and making a covenant with him, promising to give his descendants the land of Canaan. It emphasizes God's faithfulness and righteousness in fulfilling this promise.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who always keeps their promises. God did that with Abraham. He promised to give Abraham's family a special land, and God kept that promise. It's like when your best friend says they'll share their cookies with you, and they do!

Historical Background

Nehemiah 9:8 is part of the book of Nehemiah, written around the 5th century BCE. It is a prayer of the Israelites, acknowledging God's faithfulness to Abraham. The passage reflects the historical context of Israel's return from exile and their renewed commitment to God.

Living It Out Today

This verse can remind us of God's faithfulness in keeping promises. For example, a couple planning to buy a house can trust that God will help them achieve their goal if it aligns with His will.

Topics

• faithfulness
• covenant
• promise
• Abraham
• God's righteousness
• land of Canaan

Related Verses

• Genesis 12:1-3
• Genesis 15:6
• Romans 4:16
• Jeremiah 32:15
• Hebrews 11:17

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is referred to as 'him' in Nehemiah 9:8?

The 'him' refers to Abraham, the patriarch of Israel, who was faithful to God.

What does the covenant in this verse entail?

The covenant includes God's promise to give Abraham's descendants the land of Canaan and to make them a great nation.

Why is God described as righteous in this verse?

God is described as righteous because He fulfills His promises and remains true to His word, as He did with Abraham.

How does this verse connect to the broader theme of the Bible?

This verse connects to the overarching theme of God's faithfulness and His covenant relationship with His people, which is central to the narrative of the Bible.