Galatians 3:16 Meaning and Explanation
“Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. He saith not, And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, And to thy seed, which is Christ.”
King James Version (KJV)
Read this verse in context with translation switching:
Read Full Chapter →The promises were spoken to Abraham and to his seed; the singular 'seed' points to Christ.
What Does Galatians 3:16 Mean?
Paul draws attention to the precise wording of the promise. God spoke to Abraham and to his 'seed' — singular, not plural. The promise was not merely to a multitude of descendants but pointed forward to one in particular.
And that one is Christ. In him the promise to Abraham finds its true heir and its fulfillment. All the blessing pledged to Abraham's line gathers and centers in Christ, through whom it then flows to everyone who belongs to him by faith.
Galatians 3:16 in the Original Language
sperma (σπέρμα), 'seed' -- offspring; here singular, fulfilled in Christ.
Frequently Asked Questions About Galatians 3:16
What does Galatians 3:16 mean?
The promises were spoken to Abraham and to his seed; the singular 'seed' points to Christ.