Genesis 26:3 Meaning and Explanation
“Sojourn in this land, and I will be with thee, and will bless thee; for unto thee, and unto thy seed, I will give all these countries, and I will perform the oath which I sware unto Abraham thy father;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God promises Isaac presence, blessing, and the inheritance of all Canaan for his descendants.
The Context of Genesis 26:3
God reiterates the Abrahamic covenant to Isaac with full land inheritance.
What Does Genesis 26:3 Mean?
God's covenant with Abraham now transfers to Isaac. The promise of land, protection, and multiplied descendants becomes Isaac's inheritance. The specificity—'all these countries'—emphasizes that the famine is temporary but the promise is permanent and unconditional.
The phrase 'I will be with thee' offers companionship and presence as the foundation for every other promise. This assurance transforms Isaac's situation from mere survival in a famine into participation in a multi-generational divine purpose.
Genesis 26:3 in the Original Language
oath — שׁוּעָה (shūʿāh), the solemn commitment God made to Abraham, binding across generations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genesis 26:3
What does Genesis 26:3 mean?
God promises Isaac presence, blessing, and the inheritance of all Canaan for his descendants.
What is the context of Genesis 26:3?
God reiterates the Abrahamic covenant to Isaac with full land inheritance.