Genesis 9:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And I, behold, I establish my covenant with you, and with your seed after you;

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And I - listen carefully - I am making my promise with you and with your children and their children after you.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is making a solemn promise that will last for all generations, not just with Noah but with all his descendants.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes after the great flood when Noah and his family were the only humans left alive. God is speaking directly to Noah and establishing what will become known as the Noahic Covenant - His first formal agreement with humanity after the flood. This covenant represents God's commitment to never again destroy the earth by flood and marks a new beginning for the human race.

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