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1 Chronicles 16:15

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Be ye mindful always of his covenant; the word which he commanded to a thousand generations;
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Always remember his covenant, the promise he made to last for a thousand generations.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is urging people to never forget God's promises, which are meant to endure for countless generations.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context, 1 Chronicles 16:15 is part of a psalm of thanksgiving that King David composed when the Ark of the Covenant was brought to Jerusalem, celebrating God's faithfulness to Israel. This verse emphasizes the eternal nature of God's covenant, which was first made with Abraham and reiterated through generations, reminding the people of Israel's history of divine promises. The book of Chronicles serves as a record of Israel's past, highlighting how God's word endures despite the nation's ups and downs.

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