Exodus 6:8

And I will bring you in unto the land, concerning the which I did swear to give it to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob; and I will give it you for an heritage: I [am] the LORD.

And I will bring {H935} you in unto the land {H776}, concerning the which I did swear {H5375}{H3027} to give {H5414} it to Abraham {H85}, to Isaac {H3327}, and to Jacob {H3290}; and I will give {H5414} it you for an heritage {H4181}: I am the LORD {H3068}.

I will bring you into the land which I swore to give to Avraham, Yitz'chak and Ya'akov - I will give it to you as your inheritance. I am ADONAI.'"

And I will bring you into the land that I swore to give to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. I will give it to you as a possession. I am the LORD!’”

And I will bring you in unto the land which I sware to give to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob; and I will give it you for a heritage: I am Jehovah.

Commentary

Exodus 6:8 is a powerful declaration of God's unwavering faithfulness to His ancient promises, specifically concerning the land He swore to the patriarchs. It serves as a cornerstone promise within the larger narrative of Israel's deliverance from Egyptian bondage.

Context of Exodus 6:8

This verse is part of a crucial divine discourse to Moses, found in Exodus 6:2-8. Following Moses' initial, unsuccessful attempts to persuade Pharaoh and the subsequent demoralization of the Israelites, God intervenes to reaffirm His covenant. He reveals Himself more fully by His personal name, YHWH (the LORD), and outlines a series of "I will" statements (Exodus 6:6-8) detailing His plan for Israel's liberation and future inheritance. This particular verse caps off that series, emphasizing the ultimate destination and purpose of their deliverance.

Key Themes and Messages

  • God's Unwavering Faithfulness: The verse highlights God's perfect memory and commitment to His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, made generations prior (Genesis 17:8). Even after centuries of slavery, His promises stand firm.
  • Divine Sovereignty and Power: The concluding phrase, "I [am] the LORD," underscores God's authority and ability to accomplish what He promises. It's a declaration of His self-existence and His unique identity as the covenant-keeping God.
  • The Promised Land as an Inheritance: The land of Canaan is not merely a place of refuge but a divinely appointed "heritage" (Hebrew: morashah), a lasting possession and a foundational element of God's covenant with Israel.
  • Fulfillment of Prophecy: This promise points directly to the eventual entry into Canaan under Joshua, demonstrating God's meticulous fulfillment of His word (Joshua 21:43-45).

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "I [am] the LORD" translates the Hebrew divine name YHWH (often rendered as Jehovah or Yahweh). This is the personal, covenantal name of God, distinct from the more general Elohim (God). Its usage here emphasizes God's active presence and His specific commitment to His people, fulfilling His promises because He is the God who *is* and who *acts*.

Practical Application

Exodus 6:8 offers profound encouragement for believers today. It reminds us that:

  • God is a promise-keeper. Even when circumstances seem impossible or delays are long, His word is sure. We can trust in His faithfulness to fulfill His plans for us, both individually and collectively.
  • Our ultimate deliverance is not just *from* something (sin, spiritual bondage) but *to* something glorious – an eternal inheritance and a relationship with God (1 Peter 1:4).
  • Understanding God's character as "the LORD" (YHWH) strengthens our faith, knowing that the one who makes the promises is fully capable and committed to bringing them to pass.
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Cross-References

  • Genesis 15:18

    In the same day the LORD made a covenant with Abram, saying, Unto thy seed have I given this land, from the river of Egypt unto the great river, the river Euphrates:

  • Genesis 26:3

    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;

  • Ezekiel 20:5

    ¶ And say unto them, Thus saith the Lord GOD; In the day when I chose Israel, and lifted up mine hand unto the seed of the house of Jacob, and made myself known unto them in the land of Egypt, when I lifted up mine hand unto them, saying, I [am] the LORD your God;

  • Ezekiel 20:6

    In the day [that] I lifted up mine hand unto them, to bring them forth of the land of Egypt into a land that I had espied for them, flowing with milk and honey, which [is] the glory of all lands:

  • Genesis 14:22

    And Abram said to the king of Sodom, I have lift up mine hand unto the LORD, the most high God, the possessor of heaven and earth,

  • Ezekiel 20:42

    And ye shall know that I [am] the LORD, when I shall bring you into the land of Israel, into the country [for] the which I lifted up mine hand to give it to your fathers.

  • Exodus 32:13

    Remember Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, thy servants, to whom thou swarest by thine own self, and saidst unto them, I will multiply your seed as the stars of heaven, and all this land that I have spoken of will I give unto your seed, and they shall inherit [it] for ever.
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