And the LORD appeared unto him the same night, and said, I am the God of Abraham thy father: fear not, for I am with thee, and will bless thee, and multiply thy seed for my servant Abraham’s sake.
That very night, the LORD appeared to him and said, 'I am the God of your father Abraham. Don't be afraid, because I am with you. I will bless you and give you many descendants because of my promise to my servant Abraham.'
God is reassuring Isaac that He will keep the same promises He made to Abraham, telling him not to fear because God is with him.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative, Isaac, the son of Abraham, was living in the land of Gerar during a time of famine, where he faced potential threats and uncertainties. God appeared to Isaac in a vision at night to reaffirm the covenant promises originally made to Abraham, assuring him of protection and blessing. This event highlights God's faithfulness to His people across generations, continuing the lineage of faith from Abraham to Isaac.
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