King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And yet for all that, when they be in the land of their enemies, I will not cast them away, neither will I abhor them, to destroy them utterly, and to break my covenant with them: for I [am] the LORD their God.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Yet, in spite of all that, I will not reject them when they are in the lands of their enemies, nor will I loathe them to the point of utterly destroying them and thus break my covenant with them, because I am ADONAI their God.
Berean Standard Bible:
Yet in spite of this, when they are in the land of their enemies, I will not reject or despise them so as to destroy them and break My covenant with them; for I am the LORD their God.
American Standard Version:
And yet for all that, when they are in the land of their enemies, I will not reject them, neither will I abhor them, to destroy them utterly, and to break my covenant with them; for I am Jehovah their God;
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And yet{H637} for all that{H2063}, when they be{H1571} in the land{H776} of their enemies{H341}, I will not cast them away{H3988}, neither will I abhor{H1602} them, to destroy them utterly{H3615}, and to break{H6565} my covenant{H1285} with them: for I am the LORD{H3068} their God{H430}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Nehemiah 9:31
- Nevertheless for thy great mercies' sake thou didst not utterly consume them, nor forsake them; for thou [art] a gracious and merciful God.
Romans 11:2
- God hath not cast away his people which he foreknew. Wot ye not what the scripture saith of Elias? how he maketh intercession to God against Israel, saying,
Psalms 94:14
- For the LORD will not cast off his people, neither will he forsake his inheritance.
2 Kings 13:23
- And the LORD was gracious unto them, and had compassion on them, and had respect unto them, because of his covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and would not destroy them, neither cast he them from his presence as yet.
Deuteronomy 4:29
- But if from thence thou shalt seek the LORD thy God, thou shalt find [him], if thou seek him with all thy heart and with all thy soul.
Deuteronomy 4:31
- (For the LORD thy God [is] a merciful God;) he will not forsake thee, neither destroy thee, nor forget the covenant of thy fathers which he sware unto them.
Psalms 89:33
- Nevertheless my lovingkindness will I not utterly take from him, nor suffer my faithfulness to fail.
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Commentary for Leviticus 26:44
1. **Themes:**
- **Divine Commitment:** The verse emphasizes God's unwavering commitment to the Israelites despite their disobedience.
- **Covenant Faithfulness:** It reflects the theme of God's covenant faithfulness, assuring that He will not completely abandon His people or break the covenant He made with them.
- **Hope and Restoration:** The promise that God will not utterly destroy the Israelites provides hope for restoration and preservation of the nation.
- **God's Sovereignty:** It underscores God's sovereignty, as He remains in control even when His people are in exile.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **Mosaic Covenant:** Leviticus 26:44 is part of the Mosaic covenant, which outlines the laws and stipulations for the Israelites after their exodus from Egypt.
- **Covenant Blessings and Curses:** The verse comes at the end of a section detailing the blessings for obedience and the curses for disobedience (Leviticus 26:1-43). The curses include disease, famine, defeat by enemies, and exile.
- **Exilic Context:** The verse speaks prophetically to the situation of the Israelites when they would be scattered among the nations, which historically occurred with the Assyrian and Babylonian exiles.
- **Assurance During Adversity:** This promise was particularly relevant during times of national crisis, such as the Babylonian exile, to remind the people of God's enduring presence and commitment.
In summary, Leviticus 26:44 conveys the themes of God's steadfast love and commitment to His covenant with Israel, offering hope and assurance of their survival and eventual restoration, even in the face of punishment and exile. This verse serves as a source of comfort and identity for the Israelites, reminding them of their special relationship with God, which persists despite their circumstances.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H637
There are 89 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַף
Transliteration: ʼaph
Pronunciation: af
Description: a primitive particle; meaning accession (used as an adverb or conjunction); also or yea; adversatively though; also, [phrase] although, and (furthermore, yet), but, even, [phrase] how much less (more, rather than), moreover, with, yea. - Strong's Number: H2063
There are 38 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: זֹאת
Transliteration: zôʼth
Pronunciation: zothe'
Description: irregular feminine of זֶה; this (often used adverb); hereby (-in, -with), it, likewise, the one (other, same), she, so (much), such (deed), that, therefore, these, this (thing), thus. - Strong's Number: H1571
There are 32 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גַּם
Transliteration: gam
Pronunciation: gam
Description: by contraction from an unused root meaning to gather; properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and; again, alike, also, (so much) as (soon), both (so)...and, but, either...or, even, for all, (in) likewise (manner), moreover, nay...neither, one, then(-refore), though, what, with, yea. - Strong's Number: H776
There are 2739 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֶרֶץ
Transliteration: ʼerets
Pronunciation: eh'-rets
Description: from an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth (at large, or partitively a land); [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. - Strong's Number: H341
There are 481 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֹיֵב
Transliteration: ʼôyêb
Pronunciation: o-yabe'
Description: or (fully) אוֹיֵב; active participle of אָיַב; hating; an adversary; enemy, foe. - Strong's Number: H3988
There are 69 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מָאַס
Transliteration: mâʼaç
Pronunciation: maw-as'
Description: a primitive root; to spurn; also (intransitively) to disappear; abhor, cast away (off), contemn, despise, disdain, (become) loathe(some), melt away, refuse, reject, reprobate, [idiom] utterly, vile person. - Strong's Number: H1602
There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גָּעַל
Transliteration: gâʻal
Pronunciation: gaw-al'
Description: a primitive root; to detest; by implication, to reject; abhor, fail, lothe, vilely cast away. - Strong's Number: H3615
There are 200 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כָּלָה
Transliteration: kâlâh
Pronunciation: kaw-law'
Description: a primitive root; to end, whether intransitive (to cease, be finished, perish) or transitived (to complete, prepare, consume); accomplish, cease, consume (away), determine, destroy (utterly), be (when... were) done, (be an) end (of), expire, (cause to) fail, faint, finish, fulfil, [idiom] fully, [idiom] have, leave (off), long, bring to pass, wholly reap, make clean riddance, spend, quite take away, waste. - Strong's Number: H6565
There are 46 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פָּרַר
Transliteration: pârar
Pronunciation: paw-rar'
Description: a primitive root; to break up (usually figuratively), i.e. to violate, frustrate; [idiom] any ways, break (asunder), cast off, cause to cease, [idiom] clean, defeat, disannul, disappoint, dissolve, divide, make of none effect, fail, frustrate, bring (come) to nought, [idiom] utterly, make void. - Strong's Number: H1285
There are 264 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בְּרִית
Transliteration: bᵉrîyth
Pronunciation: ber-eeth'
Description: from בָּרָה (in the sense of cutting (like בָּרָא)); a compact (because made by passing between pieces of flesh); confederacy, (con-) feder(-ate), covenant, league. - Strong's Number: H3068
There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהֹוָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה. - Strong's Number: H430
There are 2334 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱלֹהִים
Transliteration: ʼĕlôhîym
Pronunciation: el-o-heem'
Description: plural of אֱלוֹהַּ; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme God; occasionally applied by way of deference to magistrates; and sometimes as a superlative; angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty.