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General Information:
God continues speaking to Noah and his sons.
I hereby confirm my covenant with you
"By saying this, I make my covenant with you." See how similar words are translated in Genesis 6:18.
all flesh
Possible meanings for what "all flesh" represents are 1) all human beings or 2) all physical beings, including humans and animal. See how this is translated in Genesis 6:12. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche)
Never again will there be a flood to destroy the earth
"There will never again be a flood that destroys the earth." There would be floods, but they would not destroy the whole earth.
covenant ... for all future generations
The covenant applies to Noah and his family and also to all generations that follow.