Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? He is not the God of the dead but of the living.” New Living Translation ‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.’ So he is the God of the living, not the dead.” English Standard Version ‘I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? He is not God of the dead, but of the living.” Berean Standard Bible ‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” Berean Literal Bible I am the God of Abraham and the God of Isaac and the God of Jacob?' He is not the God of the dead, but of the living." King James Bible I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. New King James Version ‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” New American Standard Bible ‘I AM THE GOD OF ABRAHAM, THE GOD OF ISAAC, AND THE GOD OF JACOB’? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” NASB 1995 ‘I AM THE GOD OF ABRAHAM, AND THE GOD OF ISAAC, AND THE GOD OF JACOB ‘? He is not the God of the dead but of the living.” NASB 1977 ‘I AM THE GOD OF ABRAHAM, AND THE GOD OF ISAAC, AND THE GOD OF JACOB’? He is not the God of the dead but of the living.” Legacy Standard Bible ‘I AM THE GOD OF ABRAHAM, AND THE GOD OF ISAAC, AND THE GOD OF JACOB’? He is not the God of the dead but of the living.” Amplified Bible ‘I AM THE GOD OF ABRAHAM, AND THE GOD OF ISAAC, AND THE GOD OF JACOB’? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” Christian Standard Bible I am the God of Abraham and the God of Isaac and the God of Jacob? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” Holman Christian Standard Bible I am the God of Abraham and the God of Isaac and the God of Jacob? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” American Standard Version I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. Contemporary English Version "I am the God worshiped by Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob." He isn't the God of the dead, but of the living. English Revised Version I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. GOD'S WORD® Translation 'I am the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.' He's not the God of the dead but of the living." Good News Translation 'I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.' He is the God of the living, not of the dead." International Standard Version I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob'? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living." Majority Standard Bible ?I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob?? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.? NET Bible I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob'? He is not the God of the dead but of the living!" New Heart English Bible 'I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob?' God is not the God of the dead, but of the living." Webster's Bible Translation I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. Weymouth New Testament I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob'? He is not the God of dead, but of living men." World English Bible ‘I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob?’ God is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionI am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? God is not a God of dead men, but of living.” Berean Literal Bible I am the God of Abraham and the God of Isaac and the God of Jacob?' He is not the God of the dead, but of the living." Young's Literal Translation I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? God is not a God of dead men, but of living.' Smith's Literal Translation I am God of Abraham, and God of Isaac, and God of Jacob? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleI am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living. Catholic Public Domain Version ‘I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob?’ He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” New American Bible ‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? He is not the God of the dead but of the living.” New Revised Standard Version ‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? He is God not of the dead, but of the living.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleI am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, the God of Jacob? And yet God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. Aramaic Bible in Plain English 'I AM THE LIVING GOD, The God of Abraham, The God of Isaaq, and The God of Jaqob?' He is The God, not of the dead, but of the living.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentI am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament ?I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob?? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. Mace New Testament " I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob?" God is not a benefactor to the dead, but to the living. Weymouth New Testament I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob'? He is not the God of dead, but of living men." Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Sadducees and the Resurrection…31But concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what God said to you: 32‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” 33When the crowds heard this, they were astonished at His teaching.… Cross References Exodus 3:6 Then He said, “I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” At this, Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God. Exodus 3:15-16 God also told Moses, “Say to the Israelites, ‘The LORD, the God of your fathers—the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob—has sent me to you.’ This is My name forever, and this is how I am to be remembered in every generation. / Go, assemble the elders of Israel and say to them, ‘The LORD, the God of your fathers—the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—has appeared to me and said: I have surely attended to you and have seen what has been done to you in Egypt. Mark 12:26 But concerning the dead rising, have you not read about the burning bush in the Book of Moses, how God told him, ‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? Luke 20:37 Even Moses demonstrates that the dead are raised, in the passage about the burning bush. For he calls the Lord ‘the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.’ Acts 7:32 ‘I am the God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.’ Moses trembled with fear and did not dare to look. Genesis 17:7 I will establish My covenant as an everlasting covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you, to be your God and the God of your descendants after you. Genesis 26:24 and that night the LORD appeared to him and said, “I am the God of your father Abraham. Do not be afraid, for I am with you. I will bless you and multiply your descendants for the sake of My servant Abraham.” Genesis 28:13 And there at the top the LORD was standing and saying, “I am the LORD, the God of your father Abraham and the God of Isaac. I will give you and your descendants the land on which you now lie. Hebrews 11:16 Instead, they were longing for a better country, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for He has prepared a city for them. Romans 4:17 As it is written: “I have made you a father of many nations.” He is our father in the presence of God, in whom he believed, the God who gives life to the dead and calls into being what does not yet exist. Romans 4:24 but also for us, to whom righteousness will be credited—for us who believe in Him who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead. Romans 6:10-11 The death He died, He died to sin once for all; but the life He lives, He lives to God. / So you too must count yourselves dead to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus. 1 Corinthians 15:22 For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. 1 Corinthians 15:54-57 When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come to pass: “Death has been swallowed up in victory.” / “Where, O Death, is your victory? Where, O Death, is your sting?” / The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. ... 2 Corinthians 1:9 Indeed, we felt we were under the sentence of death, in order that we would not trust in ourselves, but in God, who raises the dead. Treasury of Scripture I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. am. Exodus 3:6,15,16 Moreover he said, I am the God of thy father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. And Moses hid his face; for he was afraid to look upon God… Acts 7:32 Saying, I am the God of thy fathers, the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. Then Moses trembled, and durst not behold. Hebrews 11:16 But now they desire a better country, that is, an heavenly: wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God: for he hath prepared for them a city. God is. Mark 12:26,27 And as touching the dead, that they rise: have ye not read in the book of Moses, how in the bush God spake unto him, saying, I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? … Luke 20:37,38 Now that the dead are raised, even Moses shewed at the bush, when he calleth the Lord the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob… Jump to Previous Abraham Dead Isaac JacobJump to Next Abraham Dead Isaac JacobMatthew 22 1. The parable of the marriage of the king's son.9. The vocation of the Gentiles. 12. The punishment of him who lacked a wedding garment. 15. Tribute ought to be paid to Caesar. 23. Jesus confutes the Sadducees for the resurrection; 34. answers which is the first and great commandment; 41. and puzzles the Pharisees by a question about the Messiah. ‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? This phrase is a direct quotation from Exodus 3:6, where God speaks to Moses from the burning bush. It emphasizes God's covenant relationship with the patriarchs, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who are foundational figures in the history of Israel. The use of "I am" signifies God's eternal presence and unchanging nature. This declaration underscores the continuity of God's promises and His faithfulness across generations. The patriarchs, though physically deceased, are considered alive in God's presence, highlighting the belief in the resurrection and eternal life. This statement also affirms the personal and relational nature of God, who identifies Himself with His people. He is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” Persons / Places / Events 1. AbrahamThe patriarch of the Israelites, to whom God made significant promises, including the promise of numerous descendants and a land for his people. 2. Isaac The son of Abraham and Sarah, and the father of Jacob. He is a key figure in the continuation of God's covenant with Abraham. 3. Jacob The son of Isaac, later named Israel, who fathered the twelve tribes of Israel. He is a central figure in the account of God's chosen people. 4. Sadducees A Jewish sect during the time of Jesus known for their denial of the resurrection and the afterlife, which is the context of Jesus' response in this passage. 5. Jesus The central figure of the New Testament, who uses this statement to affirm the reality of the resurrection and the living nature of God. Teaching Points God of the LivingGod’s relationship with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob did not end with their physical deaths. This affirms the reality of eternal life and the resurrection. Faith in the Resurrection Jesus’ teaching challenges us to have faith in the resurrection and eternal life, as God is not limited by death. Covenant Continuity The mention of the patriarchs highlights the continuity of God’s covenant promises, which are fulfilled in Christ and extend to all believers. Challenge to Skepticism Jesus’ response to the Sadducees challenges modern skepticism about the afterlife, urging believers to trust in God’s power over life and death. Living Relationship with God Our relationship with God is dynamic and ongoing, not confined to this life but extending into eternity.Verse 32. - I am (ἐγώ εἰμι). The quotation is from Exodus 3:6, where God gives himself this name, as the Eternal, Self-existent One. The God of Abraham...Jacob. These patriarchs had long been dead when this revelation was made; had they been annihilated, the Lord could not have called himself still their God. By this utterance he implied that he had still to do with them - had a blessing and a reward which they were to receive, and which they must be alive to enjoy. How can they who are his cease to exist? They who are in personal relation and covenant with God cannot perish. There were personal promises to Abraham, distinguished from those made to his seed (see Genesis 13:15; Genesis 15:7; Genesis 17:8, etc.), which were never fulfilled during his earthly life, and await realization in a future existence. God was the patriarchs' Father, Saviour, Redeemer, Judge, Rewarder; he could not hold these relations to mere dust and ashes, but only to con-scions and responsible beings, existing, though in another condition, and in another portion of God's creation. Thus was proved the continued existence and personality of the soul; and the resurrection of the body follows consequentially from this. Man is a complex being; he has body and soul, neither of which is complete without the other. The soul is not perfect man without the body, which is its organ; the body is not perfect man without the soul, which animates it. In giving eternal life to man, God gives it to the creature as originally made, not to one portion only of his nature. Of the living. "For," as St. Luke adds, "all live unto him." The so called dead are alive in God's view; they have an abiding relation to him, live in his world, which comprises the seen and unseen, the present and the future. Titus St. Paul says (Romans 14:8, 9), "Whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore or die, we are the Lord's. For to this end Christ both died and rose and revived, that he might be the Lord both of the dead and living." Parallel Commentaries ... Greek ‘IἘγώ (Egō) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Singular Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. am εἰμι (eimi) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. God Θεὸς (Theos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. of Abraham, Ἀβραὰμ (Abraam) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 11: Abraham, progenitor of the Hebrew race. Of Hebrew origin; Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. God Θεὸς (Theos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. of Isaac, Ἰσαὰκ (Isaak) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2464: (Hebrew), Isaac, the patriarch. Of Hebrew origin; Isaac, the son of Abraham. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. God Θεὸς (Theos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. of Jacob?’ Ἰακώβ (Iakōb) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2384: Of Hebrew origin; Jacob, the progenitor of the Israelites. He is ἔστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. not οὐκ (ouk) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. God Θεὸς (Theos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. of [the] dead, νεκρῶν (nekrōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 3498: (a) adj: dead, lifeless, subject to death, mortal, (b) noun: a dead body, a corpse. From an apparently primary nekus; dead. but ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction Strong's 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. of [the] living.” ζώντων (zōntōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 2198: To live, be alive. A primary verb; to live. 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