Leviticus 26:9Meaning & Commentary from the Church Fathers

I will gaze upon you and empower you. Blessed is the individual whom the Lord gazes upon. Do you desire to witness the greatness of salvation when God sets His eyes upon humanity? Once, Peter stumbled and due to a demonic influence lost his place among the apostles when confronted by the high priest’s servant girl. However, after the Lord cast His gaze upon him, Peter swiftly began to regain his strength (See Matthew 26:69-75).

The blessing associated with childbirth, highlighted in this passage, was among the most desired gifts for God's chosen people, who held onto the anticipation that the promised Savior would come forth from their midst. "And I will look upon you, I will turn the eyes of my favor upon you. And I will bless you; I will renew the ancient blessing given to your ancestor Abraham" (Genesis 17:6), particularly the blessing of fruitful increase. In renewing this blessing, the Lord proclaims, "I will raise you up," indicating the intention to expand and multiply them; He will grant them a multitude of descendants, forming a powerful and significant nation due to their numbers.