Genesis 17:4 Meaning
As for me, behold, my covenant is with thee, and thou shalt be a father of many nations.
Context Explained
2And I will make my covenant between me and thee, and will multiply thee exceedingly.
3And Abram fell on his face: and God talked with him, saying,
4As for me, behold, my covenant is with thee, and thou shalt be a father of many nations.
5Neither shall thy name any more be called Abram, but thy name shall be Abraham; for a father of many nations have I made thee.
6And I will make thee exceeding fruitful, and I will make nations of thee, and kings shall come out of thee.
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Related Cross References
Romans 4:13
Paul explains how the promise to Abraham extends to all believers.
Hebrews 6:13
Discusses God's unchangeable promise to Abraham.
Genesis 12:2
Both verses emphasize God's promise to make Abram a great nation.
Source: Genesis 17:4