Genesis 17:2
Arabic KEH Ketab El Hayat (كتاب الحياة)
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God promises to make a special agreement, or covenant, with Abraham and to make Abraham's family grow very large. God is speaking to Abraham and is promising to bless him in a big way.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a friend who promises to give you a super special toy and to make your toy collection grow really big. That's like what God is promising to Abraham here, but instead of toys, he's talking about Abraham's family getting really big!
Historical Background
Genesis was written by Moses around 1400-1200 BCE. The verse is part of the covenant God makes with Abraham, who is considered the father of the Jewish people. The setting is pre-Israelite, during the period when Abraham was leading a nomadic lifestyle.
Living It Out Today
Today, this verse reminds us that God's promises are big and can seem unbelievable, but they are true. For instance, a couple struggling with infertility might find hope in this promise of multiplication and divine intervention.