Genesis 9:15 Meaning and Explanation
“And I will remember my covenant, which is between me and you and every living creature of all flesh; and the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Genesis 9:15
God's remembrance of the covenant ensures its perpetual fulfillment.
What Does Genesis 9:15 Mean?
The promise 'I will remember' indicates God's active commitment to honoring the covenant. When God 'remembers,' He acts on His commitments. This reassurance means that every time waters rise, God's remembrance protects all creatures from total destruction.
The covenant binds God Himself to restraint. Though waters may cause local flooding, God's covenant ensures that no water will ever again sweep away 'all flesh.' Divine memory is the guarantee of covenantal faithfulness.
Genesis 9:15 in the Original Language
zakhar (זָכַר), 'remember'—to recall with purpose and act accordingly; God's remembering involves covenantal faithfulness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genesis 9:15
What does Genesis 9:15 mean?
God will remember the covenant and never allow water to destroy all flesh again.
What is the context of Genesis 9:15?
God's remembrance of the covenant ensures its perpetual fulfillment.