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◄ Genesis 17:7►

New International Version
I will establish my covenant as an everlasting covenant between me and you and your descendants after you for the generations to come, to be your God and the God of your descendants after you.

New Living Translation
“I will confirm my covenant with you and your descendants after you, from generation to generation. This is the everlasting covenant: I will always be your God and the God of your descendants after you.

English Standard Version
And I will establish my covenant between me and you and your offspring after you throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and to your offspring after you.

Berean Standard Bible
I will establish My covenant as an everlasting covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you, to be your God and the God of your descendants after you.

King James Bible
And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee in their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee, and to thy seed after thee.

New King James Version
And I will establish My covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you in their generations, for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and your descendants after you.

New American Standard Bible
I will establish My covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you throughout their generations as an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and to your descendants after you.

NASB 1995
“I will establish My covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and to your descendants after you.

NASB 1977
“And I will establish My covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and to your descendants after you.

Legacy Standard Bible
And I will establish My covenant between Me and you and your seed after you throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and to your seed after you.

Amplified Bible
I will establish My covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and to your descendants after you.

Christian Standard Bible
I will confirm my covenant that is between me and you and your future offspring throughout their generations. It is a permanent covenant to be your God and the God of your offspring after you.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I will keep My covenant between Me and you, and your future offspring throughout their generations, as an everlasting covenant to be your God and the God of your offspring after you.

American Standard Version
And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee, throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee and to thy seed after thee.

Contemporary English Version
I will always keep the promise I have made to you and your descendants, because I am your God and their God.

English Revised Version
And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee and to thy seed after thee.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I will make my promise to you and your descendants for generations to come as an everlasting promise. I will be your God and the God of your descendants.

Good News Translation
"I will keep my promise to you and to your descendants in future generations as an everlasting covenant. I will be your God and the God of your descendants.

International Standard Version
I'm establishing my covenant between me and you, and with your descendants who come after you, generation after generation, as an eternal covenant, to be your God and your descendants' God after you.

NET Bible
I will confirm my covenant as a perpetual covenant between me and you. It will extend to your descendants after you throughout their generations. I will be your God and the God of your descendants after you.

New Heart English Bible
I will establish my covenant between me and you and your descendants after you throughout their generations as an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and to your descendants after you.

Webster's Bible Translation
And I will establish my covenant between me and thee, and thy seed after thee, in their generations, for an everlasting covenant; to be a God to thee and to thy seed after thee.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
I will establish My covenant as an everlasting covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you, to be your God and the God of your descendants after you.

World English Bible
I will establish my covenant between me and you and your offspring after you throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God to you and to your offspring after you.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And I have established My covenant between Me and you, and your seed after you, throughout their generations, for a perpetual covenant, to become God to you, and to your seed after you;

Young's Literal Translation
'And I have established My covenant between Me and thee, and thy seed after thee, to their generations, for a covenant age-during, to become God to thee, and to thy seed after thee;

Smith's Literal Translation
And I set up my covenant between me and between thee, and between thy seed after thee to their generations for a covenant of eternity; to be a God to thee and to thy seed after thee.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And I will establish my covenant between me and thee, and between thy seed after thee in their generations, by a perpetual covenant: to be a God to thee, and to thy seed after thee.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And I will establish my covenant between me and you, and with your offspring after you in their generations, by a perpetual covenant: to be God to you and to your offspring after you.

New American Bible
I will maintain my covenant between me and you and your descendants after you throughout the ages as an everlasting covenant, to be your God and the God of your descendants after you.

New Revised Standard Version
I will establish my covenant between me and you, and your offspring after you throughout their generations, for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and to your offspring after you.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And I will establish my covenant between me and you and your descendants after you throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, and I will be God to you and to your descendants after you.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And I shall give you and your seed after you the land of your pilgrimage, all the land of Canaan for an eternal inheritance, and I shall be God to them.”

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And I will establish My covenant between Me and thee and thy seed after thee throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee and to thy seed after thee.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And I will establish my covenant between thee and thy seed after thee, to their generations, for an everlasting covenant, to be thy God, andthe God of thy seed after thee.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Renaming of Abraham
…6I will make you exceedingly fruitful; I will make nations of you, and kings will descend from you.7I will establish My covenant as an everlasting covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you,to be your God and the God of your descendants after you.8And to you and your descendants I will give the land where you are residing—all the land of Canaan—as an eternal possession; and I will be their God.”…

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Cross References

Galatians 3:29
And if you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham’s seed and heirs according to the promise.

Romans 4:11-12
And he received the sign of circumcision as a seal of the righteousness that he had by faith while he was still uncircumcised. So then, he is the father of all who believe but are not circumcised, in order that righteousness might be credited to them. / And he is also the father of the circumcised who not only are circumcised, but who also walk in the footsteps of the faith that our father Abraham had before he was circumcised.

Romans 9:8
So it is not the children of the flesh who are God’s children, but it is the children of the promise who are regarded as offspring.

Galatians 3:16
The promises were spoken to Abraham and to his seed. The Scripture does not say, “and to seeds,” meaning many, but “and to your seed,” meaning One, who is Christ.

Acts 2:39
This promise belongs to you and your children and to all who are far off—to all whom the Lord our God will call to Himself.”

Hebrews 8:10
For this is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the Lord. I will put My laws in their minds and inscribe them on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people.

Romans 11:17-18
Now if some branches have been broken off, and you, a wild olive shoot, have been grafted in among the others to share in the nourishment of the olive root, / do not boast over those branches. If you do, remember this: You do not support the root, but the root supports you.

Ephesians 2:12
remember that at that time you were separate from Christ, alienated from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers to the covenants of the promise, without hope and without God in the world.

Galatians 3:14
He redeemed us in order that the blessing promised to Abraham would come to the Gentiles in Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit.

Hebrews 11:9
By faith he dwelt in the promised land as a stranger in a foreign country. He lived in tents, as did Isaac and Jacob, who were heirs with him of the same promise.

Exodus 6:7
I will take you as My own people, and I will be your God. Then you will know that I am the LORD your God, who brought you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians.

Leviticus 26:12
I will walk among you and be your God, and you will be My people.

Deuteronomy 7:9
Know therefore that the LORD your God is God, the faithful God who keeps His covenant of loving devotion for a thousand generations of those who love Him and keep His commandments.

Jeremiah 31:33
“But this is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the LORD. I will put My law in their minds and inscribe it on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people.

Ezekiel 37:26-27
And I will make a covenant of peace with them; it will be an everlasting covenant. I will establish them and multiply them, and I will set My sanctuary among them forever. / My dwelling place will be with them; I will be their God, and they will be My people.

Treasury of Scripture

And I will establish my covenant between me and you and your seed after you in their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God to you, and to your seed after you.

And I.

Genesis 15:18
In the same day the LORD made a covenant with Abram, saying, Unto thy seed have I given this land, from the river of Egypt unto the great river, the river Euphrates:

Genesis 26:24
And the LORD appeared unto him the same night, and said, Iam the God of Abraham thy father: fear not, for Iam with thee, and will bless thee, and multiply thy seed for my servant Abraham's sake.

Exodus 6:4
And I have also established my covenant with them, to give them the land of Canaan, the land of their pilgrimage, wherein they were strangers.

God.

Genesis 28:13
And, behold, the LORD stood above it, and said, Iam the LORD God of Abraham thy father, and the God of Isaac: the land whereon thou liest, to thee will I give it, and to thy seed;

Exodus 3:6,15
Moreover he said, Iam the God of thy father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. And Moses hid his face; for he was afraid to look upon God…

and to.

Exodus 19:5,6
Now therefore, if ye will obey my voice indeed, and keep my covenant, then ye shall be a peculiar treasure unto me above all people: for all the earthis mine: …

Mark 10:14
But when Jesus sawit, he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.

Acts 2:39
For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off,even as many as the Lord our God shall call.

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Genesis 17

1.God renews the covenant with Abram,
5.and changes his name to Abraham, in token of a greater blessing.
9.Circumcision is instituted.
15.Sarai's name is changed to Sarah, and she is blessed.
17.Isaac is promised, and the time of his birth fixed.
23.Abraham and Ishmael are circumcised.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

I will establish My covenant
This phrase signifies God's initiative in forming a binding agreement with Abraham. In biblical context, a covenant is a solemn promise or agreement, often sealed with a sign or ritual. This covenant is a continuation of the promises made to Abraham inGenesis 12 and 15, emphasizing God's commitment to His chosen people. The concept of covenant is central to the biblical narrative, highlighting God's faithfulness and the expected response of obedience and faith from His people.

as an everlasting covenant
The term "everlasting" indicates the perpetual nature of this covenant. It is not limited by time or circumstance, underscoring the eternal faithfulness of God. This covenant is foundational for the relationship between God and Israel, and it is seen as a precursor to the New Covenant established through Jesus Christ, as mentioned inJeremiah 31:31-34 andHebrews 8:6-13. The everlasting nature of the covenant points to the ultimate fulfillment in Christ, who offers eternal life to believers.

between Me and you
This phrase highlights the personal relationship between God and Abraham. It underscores the intimate and direct nature of God's dealings with individuals. Abraham is chosen as the patriarch through whom God's blessings will flow, setting the stage for the development of the nation of Israel. This personal relationship is a model for the individual relationship believers are invited to have with God through faith in Jesus Christ.

and your descendants after you
The covenant extends beyond Abraham to his offspring, indicating a multigenerational promise. This includes not only Isaac and Jacob but also the entire nation of Israel. The promise of descendants is a key theme in Genesis, beginning with God's promise to make Abraham a great nation. This phrase also foreshadows the inclusion of Gentiles as spiritual descendants through faith, as explained inGalatians 3:29.

to be your God
This phrase emphasizes the central promise of the covenant: God's commitment to be the deity of Abraham and his descendants. It reflects the exclusive relationship God desires with His people, calling them to worship and serve Him alone. This is a recurring theme throughout the Old Testament, where God repeatedly calls Israel to fidelity and warns against idolatry.

and the God of your descendants after you
This reaffirms the continuity of the covenant relationship across generations. It assures Abraham that his descendants will also be recipients of God's promises and care. This continuity is seen in the history of Israel and is ultimately fulfilled in the New Testament, where believers in Christ are considered children of Abraham by faith, as stated inRomans 4:16-17.

Persons / Places / Events

1.God (Yahweh)
The initiator of the covenant, emphasizing His sovereignty and faithfulness.

2.Abraham
The recipient of God's covenant, representing the patriarch of the Israelite nation.

3.Descendants of Abraham
The future generations who are included in the covenant, signifying the continuity of God's promise.

4.Covenant
A solemn agreement initiated by God, highlighting His commitment to His people.

5.Everlasting
The nature of the covenant, indicating its perpetual and unending promise.

Teaching Points

The Nature of God's Promises
God's promises are eternal and unchanging, reflecting His faithfulness and sovereignty.

The Importance of Covenant Relationship
Our relationship with God is based on His covenant, which calls us to live in obedience and faithfulness.

Generational Faithfulness
The covenant extends to future generations, encouraging us to pass down our faith and values.

God's Sovereignty and Initiative
God initiates the covenant, reminding us that our relationship with Him is based on His grace and initiative.

Identity as God's People
Understanding our identity as part of God's covenant people shapes our purpose and mission in the world.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Genesis 17:7?

2.How does Genesis 17:7 illustrate God's everlasting covenant with Abraham's descendants?

3.What responsibilities do believers have as part of God's "everlasting covenant" today?

4.How does Genesis 17:7 connect to the New Testament understanding of covenant?

5.In what ways can we live out being part of God's covenant community?

6.How does God's promise in Genesis 17:7 encourage faithfulness in our daily lives?

7.What does Genesis 17:7 reveal about God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants?

8.How does Genesis 17:7 influence the understanding of God's promises in the Bible?

9.Why is the concept of an everlasting covenant significant in Genesis 17:7?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 17?

11.How do God’s promises of land and everlasting covenant here fit with apparent inconsistencies elsewhere in Scripture (Genesis 17:7–8)?

12.What are the main theological differences between Testaments?

13.Who are the close relatives in the Bible?

14.What is the significance of God's covenants with humanity?

What Does Genesis 17:7 Mean

I will establish My covenant

• God Himself initiates and guarantees the covenant; it is not a negotiated agreement (Genesis 15:17-18).

• The verb “establish” underscores permanence—He is putting something immovable in place (Genesis 9:9-11).

• Because Scripture is accurate and literal, we take this as a concrete act in history, not symbolic or provisional (Psalm 105:8-10).

as an everlasting covenant

• “Everlasting” signals that the promise is perpetual, reaching beyond Abraham’s lifetime (Isaiah 55:3;Hebrews 13:20).

• This covenant’s durability anchors Israel’s ongoing place in God’s plan (Jeremiah 31:35-37).

• Its eternal nature foreshadows the new covenant that amplifies—not replaces—God’s unbreakable word (Galatians 3:17).

between Me and you

• The relationship is personal: Almighty God binds Himself to one man, Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3).

• Covenant language highlights intimacy—God is not distant but relational (Exodus 3:6).

• Abraham’s faith response (Genesis 15:6) emerges from this one-on-One commitment.

and your descendants after you

• The promise extends to Isaac, Jacob, and the twelve tribes (Genesis 26:3-5; 28:13-15).

• Physical lineage matters here; God ties the covenant to a real family line (Romans 9:4-5).

• Generational scope reinforces God’s faithfulness over time (Deuteronomy 7:9).

to be your God

• Covenant purpose: relationship, not mere privilege (Leviticus 26:12).

• “Your God” speaks of ownership and care—He pledges Himself as Protector, Provider, and Lord (Psalm 23:1).

• This theme culminates inRevelation 21:3, where God dwells with His people eternally.

and the God of your descendants after you

• God’s commitment does not dilute with time; each generation may claim Him personally (Psalm 78:5-7).

• The promise fuels hope for future faithfulness, seen in Israel’s return from exile (Ezra 3:11) and ultimate restoration (Romans 11:26-29).

• The covenant invites every descendant—physical and, through faith, spiritual (Galatians 3:29)—into the same living relationship.

summary

Genesis 17:7 reveals God’s unchanging resolve to bind Himself to Abraham and his lineage forever. He establishes, sustains, and personalizes the covenant so that every generation can confidently say, “The LORD is our God.”

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 7. -And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee in their generations for an everlasting covenant, - literally,for a covenant of eternity (videGenesis 9:16) -to be a God unto thee, and to thy seed after thee. Literally,to be for Elohim; a formula comprehending all saving benefits; a clear indication of the spiritual character of the Abrahamic covenant (cf.Genesis 26:24;Genesis 28:13;Hebrews 11:16).

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

I will establish
וַהֲקִמֹתִ֨י(wa·hă·qi·mō·ṯî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 6965:To arise, stand up, stand

My covenant
בְּרִיתִ֜י(bə·rî·ṯî)
Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 1285:A covenant

as an everlasting
עוֹלָ֑ם(‘ō·w·lām)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5769:Concealed, eternity, frequentatively, always

covenant
לִבְרִ֣ית(liḇ·rîṯ)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 1285:A covenant

between Me and you
בֵּינִ֣י(bê·nî)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 996:An interval, space between

and your descendants
אַחֲרֶ֛יךָ(’a·ḥă·re·ḵā)
Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's 310:The hind or following part

after you,
זַרְעֲךָ֧(zar·‘ă·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 2233:Seed, fruit, plant, sowing-time, posterity

to be
לִהְי֤וֹת(lih·yō·wṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 1961:To fall out, come to pass, become, be

your God
לֵֽאלֹהִ֔ים(lê·lō·hîm)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430:gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

and the God of your descendants
וּֽלְזַרְעֲךָ֖(ū·lə·zar·‘ă·ḵā)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 2233:Seed, fruit, plant, sowing-time, posterity

after you.
אַחֲרֶֽיךָ׃(’a·ḥă·re·ḵā)
Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's 310:The hind or following part

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OT Law: Genesis 17:7 I will establish my covenant between me (Gen. Ge Gn)