Genesis 17 Flashcards
What did the Lord say to Abram when He appeared to him?
I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect.
What covenant did God establish with Abram?
God will make him a father of many nations.
What new name was given to Abram?
Abraham.
What does the name ‘Abraham’ signify?
A father of many nations.
What promise did God make regarding Abraham’s descendants?
He will make nations of him, and kings shall come out of him.
What is the nature of the covenant established by God with Abraham?
An everlasting covenant.
What land did God promise to Abraham and his descendants?
All the land of Canaan.
What must every male child do as a sign of the covenant?
Be circumcised.
Fill in the blank: The covenant shall be in your flesh for an everlasting _______.
covenant.
What happens to the uncircumcised male child according to God’s covenant?
He shall be cut off from his people.
What new name was given to Sarai?
Sarah.
What did God promise regarding Sarah?
She shall be a mother of nations; kings of people shall be of her.
How did Abraham respond to God’s promise about having a son?
He laughed and questioned how a child could be born to him at his age.
Who did Abraham wish to live before God?
Ishmael.
What name was God instructing Abraham to give to his son with Sarah?
Isaac.
What significant event occurred when Abraham was ninety-nine years old?
He was circumcised.
How old was Ishmael when he was circumcised?
Thirteen years old.
What significant action did Abraham take regarding circumcision?
He circumcised every male among the men of his house.
