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
This occurs when Isaac had moved to Beersheba after conflicts with the Philistines over water wells. Isaac was following in his father Abraham's footsteps, and God appeared to confirm that the covenant promises made to Abraham would continue through Isaac. This divine encounter happened at a crucial moment when Isaac needed reassurance about his future and God's faithfulness.
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