Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version and with every living creature that was with you—the birds, the livestock and all the wild animals, all those that came out of the ark with you—every living creature on earth. New Living Translation and with all the animals that were on the boat with you—the birds, the livestock, and all the wild animals—every living creature on earth. English Standard Version and with every living creature that is with you, the birds, the livestock, and every beast of the earth with you, as many as came out of the ark; it is for every beast of the earth. Berean Standard Bible and with every living creature that was with you—the birds, the livestock, and every beast of the earth—every living thing that came out of the ark. Berean Literal Bible and with every living creature that is with you⁺, among the bird, among the livestock, and among every beast of the earth with you⁺, from all those going out of the ark, to every beast of the earth. King James Bible And with every living creature that is with you, of the fowl, of the cattle, and of every beast of the earth with you; from all that go out of the ark, to every beast of the earth. New King James Version and with every living creature that is with you: the birds, the cattle, and every beast of the earth with you, of all that go out of the ark, every beast of the earth. New American Standard Bible and with every living creature that is with you: the birds, the livestock, and every animal of the earth with you; of all that comes out of the ark, every animal of the earth. NASB 1995 and with every living creature that is with you, the birds, the cattle, and every beast of the earth with you; of all that comes out of the ark, even every beast of the earth. NASB 1977 and with every living creature that is with you, the birds, the cattle, and every beast of the earth with you; of all that comes out of the ark, even every beast of the earth. Legacy Standard Bible and with every living creature that is with you, the birds, the cattle, and every beast of the earth with you; of all that comes out of the ark, even every beast of the earth. Amplified Bible and with every living creature that is with you—the birds, the livestock, and the wild animals of the earth along with you, of everything that comes out of the ark—every living creature of the earth. Berean Annotated Bible and with every living creature that was with you⁺—the birds, the livestock, and every beast of the earth—every living thing that came out of the ark. Christian Standard Bible and with every living creature that is with you—birds, livestock, and all wildlife of the earth that are with you—all the animals of the earth that came out of the ark. Holman Christian Standard Bible and with every living creature that is with you—birds, livestock, and all wildlife of the earth that are with you—all the animals of the earth that came out of the ark. American Standard Version and with every living creature that is with you, the birds, the cattle, and every beast of the earth with you; of all that go out of the ark, even every beast of the earth. Contemporary English Version This includes the birds and the animals that came out of the boat. English Revised Version and with every living creature that is with you, the fowl, the cattle, and every beast of the earth with you; of all that go out of the ark, even every beast of the earth. GOD'S WORD® Translation and every living being that is with you-birds, domestic animals, and all the wild animals, all those that came out of the ship-every living thing on earth. Good News Translation and with all living beings--all birds and all animals--everything that came out of the boat with you. International Standard Version and with every living creature that is with you—the flying creatures, the livestock, and all the wildlife of the earth that are with you—all the earth's animals that came out of the ark. NET Bible and with every living creature that is with you, including the birds, the domestic animals, and every living creature of the earth with you, all those that came out of the ark with you--every living creature of the earth. New Heart English Bible and with every living creature that is with you: the flying creatures, and the tame animals, and every wild animal of the earth with you, of all that go out of the vessel. Webster's Bible Translation And with every living creature that is with you, of the fowl, of the cattle, and of every beast of the earth with you, from all that go out of the ark, to every beast of the earth. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand with every living creature that was with you—the birds, the livestock, and every beast of the earth—every living thing that came out of the ark. World English Bible and with every living creature that is with you: the birds, the livestock, and every animal of the earth with you, of all that go out of the ship, even every animal of the earth. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand with every living creature which [is] with you, among bird, among livestock, and among every beast of the earth with you, from all who are going out of the Ark—to every beast of the earth. Berean Literal Bible and with every living creature that is with you⁺, among the bird, among the livestock, and among every beast of the earth with you⁺, from all those going out of the ark, to every beast of the earth. Young's Literal Translation and with every living creature which is with you, among fowl, among cattle, and among every beast of the earth with you, from all who are going out of the ark -- to every beast of the earth. Smith's Literal Translation And with every breathing thing which is with you, of birds, of cattle, and of every living thing of the earth with you, from all going out of the ark, to every living thing of the earth. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd with every living soul that is with you, as well in all birds as in cattle and beasts of the earth, that are come forth out of the ark, and in all the beasts of the earth. Catholic Public Domain Version and with every living soul that is with you: as much with the birds as with the cattle and all the animals of the earth that have gone forth from the ark, and with all the wild beasts of the earth. New American Bible and with every living creature that was with you: the birds, the tame animals, and all the wild animals that were with you—all that came out of the ark. New Revised Standard Version and with every living creature that is with you, the birds, the domestic animals, and every animal of the earth with you, as many as came out of the ark. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd with every living creature that is with you, the fowl, the cattle, and every wild beast of the earth with you; with all that come out of the ark, and with every beast of the earth. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And with every living soul that is with you, and with bird and with beast, and with every animal of the Earth that is with you, of all leaving the ark and with every animal of the Earth. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and with every living creature that is with you, the fowl, the cattle, and every beast of the earth with you; of all that go out of the ark, even every beast of the earth. Brenton Septuagint Translation and with every living creature with you, of birds and of beasts, and with all the wild beasts of the earth, as many as are with you, of all that come out of the ark. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Covenant of the Rainbow…9“Behold, I now establish My covenant with you and your descendants after you, 10and with every living creature that was with you— the birds, the livestock, and every beast of the earth — every living thing that came out of the ark. 11And I establish My covenant with you: Never again will all life be cut off by the waters of a flood; never again will there be a flood to destroy the earth.”… Cross References with every living creature that was with you— Genesis 6:19-20 And you are to bring two of every living creature into the ark—male and female—to keep them alive with you. / Two of every kind of bird and animal and crawling creature will come to you to be kept alive. Genesis 7:14-16 they and every kind of wild animal, livestock, crawling creature, bird, and winged creature. / They came to Noah to enter the ark, two by two of every creature with the breath of life. / And they entered, the male and female of every living thing, as God had commanded Noah. Then the LORD shut him in. Genesis 7:8-9 The clean and unclean animals, the birds, and everything that crawls along the ground / came to Noah to enter the ark, two by two, male and female, as God had commanded Noah. the birds, the livestock, and every beast of the earth— Genesis 1:20-21 And God said, “Let the waters teem with living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth in the open expanse of the sky.” / So God created the great sea creatures and every living thing that moves, with which the waters teemed according to their kinds, and every winged bird after its kind. And God saw that it was good. Genesis 1:24-25 And God said, “Let the earth bring forth living creatures according to their kinds: livestock, land crawlers, and beasts of the earth according to their kinds.” And it was so. / God made the beasts of the earth according to their kinds, the livestock according to their kinds, and everything that crawls upon the earth according to its kind. And God saw that it was good. Psalm 148:10 wild animals and all cattle, crawling creatures and flying birds, every living thing that came out of the ark. Genesis 8:19 Every living creature, every creeping thing, and every bird—everything that moves upon the earth—came out of the ark, kind by kind. Genesis 8:17 Bring out all the living creatures that are with you—birds, livestock, and everything that crawls upon the ground—so that they can spread out over the earth and be fruitful and multiply upon it.” Genesis 8:16 “Come out of the ark, you and your wife, along with your sons and their wives. Genesis 1:28 God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth and subdue it; rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and every creature that crawls upon the earth.” Genesis 6:18-20 But I will establish My covenant with you, and you will enter the ark—you and your sons and your wife and your sons’ wives with you. / And you are to bring two of every living creature into the ark—male and female—to keep them alive with you. / Two of every kind of bird and animal and crawling creature will come to you to be kept alive. Genesis 8:1 But God remembered Noah and all the animals and livestock that were with him in the ark. And God sent a wind over the earth, and the waters began to subside. Genesis 9:12-16 And God said, “This is the sign of the covenant I am making between Me and you and every living creature with you, a covenant for all generations to come: / I have set My rainbow in the clouds, and it will be a sign of the covenant between Me and the earth. / Whenever I form clouds over the earth and the rainbow appears in the clouds, … Genesis 1:26 Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, after Our likeness, to rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, and over all the earth itself and every creature that crawls upon it.” Genesis 2:19-20 And out of the ground the LORD God formed every beast of the field and every bird of the air, and He brought them to the man to see what he would name each one. And whatever the man called each living creature, that was its name. / The man gave names to all the livestock, to the birds of the air, and to every beast of the field. But for Adam no suitable helper was found. Hosea 2:18 On that day I will make a covenant for them with the beasts of the field and the birds of the air and the creatures that crawl on the ground. And I will abolish bow and sword and battle in the land, and will make them lie down in safety. Treasury of Scripture And with every living creature that is with you, of the fowl, of the cattle, and of every beast of the earth with you; from all that go out of the ark, to every beast of the earth. Genesis 9:15,16 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… Genesis 8:1 And God remembered Noah, and every living thing, and all the cattle that was with him in the ark: and God made a wind to pass over the earth, and the waters asswaged; Job 38:1-41 Then the LORD answered Job out of the whirlwind, and said, … Jump to Previous Animal Animals Ark Beast Birds Cattle Creature Earth Fowl Livestock Ship Soul WildJump to Next Animal Animals Ark Beast Birds Cattle Creature Earth Fowl Livestock Ship Soul WildGenesis 9 1. God blesses Noah and his sons, and grants them flesh for food.4. Blood and murder are forbidden. 8. God's covenant, of which the rainbow was constituted a pledge. 18. Noah's family replenishes the world. 20. Noah plants a vineyard, 21. Is drunken, and mocked by his son; 25. Curses Canaan; 26. Blesses Shem; 27. Prays for Japheth, and dies. and with every living creature that was with you This phrase emphasizes the inclusivity of God's covenant, extending beyond humanity to all living creatures. It reflects the biblical theme of God's care for all creation, as seen in Psalm 145:9, which speaks of God's compassion over all He has made. The covenant with Noah is a precursor to the ultimate redemption of creation, as mentioned in Romans 8:21, where creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay. the birds, the livestock, and every beast of the earth every living thing that came out of the ark every living thing that came out of the ark Persons / Places / Events 1. NoahThe righteous man chosen by God to survive the flood and repopulate the earth. He is the recipient of God's covenant. 2. God The Creator who establishes a covenant with Noah and all living creatures, promising never to destroy the earth with a flood again. 3. The Ark The vessel built by Noah under God's instructions to save his family and pairs of every living creature from the flood. 4. Living Creatures This includes birds, livestock, and every beast of the earth that came out of the ark, signifying the breadth of God's covenant. 5. The Covenant A divine promise made by God to Noah and all living creatures, symbolized by the rainbow, ensuring the preservation of life on earth. Teaching Points God's FaithfulnessThe covenant with Noah is a testament to God's unwavering faithfulness and His commitment to creation. Stewardship of Creation As recipients of God's covenant, humans are called to be responsible stewards of the earth and its creatures. Universal Scope of God's Promise God's covenant extends beyond humanity to include all living creatures, highlighting the inclusivity of His care. Symbolism of the Rainbow The rainbow serves as a perpetual reminder of God's promise and His mercy, encouraging believers to trust in His word. Hope and Renewal The post-flood covenant signifies a new beginning and the hope of renewal, encouraging believers to seek restoration in their own lives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 9:10?2. How does Genesis 9:10 emphasize God's covenant with "every living creature"? 3. What responsibilities do we have towards animals as part of God's creation? 4. How does Genesis 9:10 connect to God's promises in Genesis 1:28? 5. In what ways can we honor God's covenant with creation today? 6. How does God's covenant in Genesis 9:10 reflect His faithfulness throughout Scripture? 7. How does Genesis 9:10 support the idea of God's covenant with all living creatures? 8. What is the significance of including animals in God's covenant in Genesis 9:10? 9. How does Genesis 9:10 relate to the concept of stewardship over creation? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 9? 11. What was the total number of animals on Noah's Ark? 12. Do animals have a place in God's creation? 13. Were dinosaurs excluded from Noah's Ark? 14. What are the different covenants in the Bible? What Does Genesis 9:10 Mean and with every living creatureGenesis 9:10 begins by stressing God’s covenant “with every living creature.” This tells us: • The promise is not limited to humanity; the animal kingdom shares in God’s gracious commitment (Genesis 9:12–13). • Creation matters to the Creator; He preserves what He formed on Day Five and Six (Genesis 1:20-25). • Later Scripture echoes this inclusive care: “In that day I will make a covenant for them with the beasts of the field, the birds of the air, and the creatures that crawl on the ground” (Hosea 2:18). • Paul reminds us that all creation “waits in eager expectation” for full restoration (Romans 8:19-22). The scope is universal—God’s rainbow pledge covers the planet and its inhabitants. that was with you The phrase anchors the covenant to Noah’s personal experience: • Noah’s obedience saved not just himself but everything “with” him in the ark (Genesis 7:1, 23). • God honors faithful leadership that protects others (Hebrews 11:7). • Relationship language—“with you”—echoes God’s earlier assurance, “I will establish My covenant with you” (Genesis 6:18). God’s promises often flow through covenant heads, blessing all who stand “with” them. the birds Birds are singled out to show no creature is overlooked: • They symbolized new hope when the dove returned with an olive leaf (Genesis 8:11). • Jesus later pointed to birds as proof of the Father’s ongoing provision (Matthew 6:26). • The covenant means the skies will never again empty from a global flood. the livestock Domesticated animals are named next: • Livestock sustained Noah’s family then and would again populate the earth (Genesis 8:17). • God provides for the creatures that serve human life (Psalm 104:14). • His pledge secures stable seasons for planting and herding (Genesis 8:22). and every beast of the earth Wild creatures, too, are under this umbrella: • From lions to lizards, none are excluded (Job 12:7-10). • Isaiah pictures a future harmony where even predators reflect God’s peace (Isaiah 11:6-9). • The covenant guarantees their survival until that final renewal. every living thing that came out of the ark The verse closes by gathering all categories into one sweeping statement: • Everything that “came out” is everything preserved within—the remnant of life (Genesis 8:1, 19). • God’s promise stretches forward to all their offspring (Genesis 9:15-17). • The rainbow still testifies that never again will a flood wipe out “all flesh.” summary Genesis 9:10 expands God’s covenant beyond Noah to include every creature rescued by the ark—birds aloft, livestock in the fields, and beasts roaming the wild. By naming each group, the Lord emphasizes His comprehensive care for all life. The rainbow stands as an enduring sign that the Judge of the flood is also the faithful Preserver of His whole creation. Verse 10. - And with every living creature - literally, every soul (or breathing thing) that liveth, a generic designation of which the particulars are now specified - that is with you, of the fowl, of the cattle, and of every beast of the earth - literally, in fowl, etc.; i.e. belonging to these classes of animals (cf. Genesis 1:25, 30; Genesis 6:20; Genesis 8:17) with you; from all that go out of the ark, - not necessarily implying ('Speaker s Commentary,' Murphy), though in all probability it was the case, that there were animals which had never been in the ark; but simply an idiomatic phrase expressive of the totality of the animal creation (Alford) - to every beast of the earth. I.e. wild beast (Genesis 1:25), the chayyah of the land, which was not included among the animals that entered the ark (Murphy); or living creature (Genesis 2:19), referring here to the fishes of the sea, which were not included in the ark (Kalisch). That the entire brute creation was designed to be embraced in the Noachic covenant seems apparent from the use of the prepositions - בְּ describing the classes to which the animals belong, as in Genesis 7:21; מִן indicating one portion of the whole, the to minus aquo, and לְ the terminus ad quem - in their enumeration (vide Furst, 'Hebrew Lex.,' sub לְ., p. 715; cf. Kell in loco). Kalisch thinks the language applies only to the animals of Noah's time, and not to those of a later age, on the ground that "the destiny of the animals is everywhere connected with that of the human race;" but this is equivalent to their being included in the covenant.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew and withוְאֵ֨ת (wə·’êṯ) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among every כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every living הַֽחַיָּה֙ (ha·ḥay·yāh) Article | Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 2416: Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life creature נֶ֤פֶשׁ (ne·p̄eš) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5315: A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion that אֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that [was] with you— אִתְּכֶ֔ם (’it·tə·ḵem) Preposition | second person masculine plural Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among the birds, בָּע֧וֹף (bā·‘ō·wp̄) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5775: Flying creatures the livestock, בַּבְּהֵמָ֛ה (bab·bə·hê·māh) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 929: A dumb beast, any large quadruped, animal and every וּֽבְכָל־ (ū·ḇə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every beast חַיַּ֥ת (ḥay·yaṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 2416: Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life of the earth— הָאָ֖רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land every מִכֹּל֙ (mik·kōl) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every living thing חַיַּ֥ת (ḥay·yaṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 2416: Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life that came out יֹצְאֵ֣י (yō·ṣə·’ê) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim of the ark. הַתֵּבָ֔ה (hat·tê·ḇāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8392: A box, chest Links Genesis 9:10 NIVGenesis 9:10 NLT Genesis 9:10 ESV Genesis 9:10 NASB Genesis 9:10 KJV Genesis 9:10 BibleApps.com Genesis 9:10 Biblia Paralela Genesis 9:10 Chinese Bible Genesis 9:10 French Bible Genesis 9:10 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 9:10 And with every living creature that (Gen. 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