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How did their belief in the covenant of Abraham affect how the Israelites lived their lives?
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"The covenant of Moses (Exodus 19)" would be more germane, since it is the Torah of Moses which contains the commands.
Nonetheless, Abraham instituted ethical monotheism and lived accordingly, and the Israelites continued his traditions.
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Hebrew society (the society in ancient Israel) was based upon the covenant with God, as set forth in the Torah. There was always a learned class among the Israelites, and virtually all men and boys (and a good percentage of women) could read and write. A portion of each day was spent praying; and a larger part of the day was spent studying Torah (by a good part of the populace). Religious questions (and torts) were brought to one of the many Rabbis or Jewish courts. (See also: Social classes among the Israelites.)
Having a large family was an ideal, as was welcoming guests into the home, giving charity, and many other forms of kindness. A portion of crops was given to the poor. The calendar year was replete with the Sabbaths and festivals; and blessings were said before and after eating and on many other occasions.
In brief, there was no such thing as a secular part of life, since the Torah's laws cover every form of activity, including business. (See: some examples of the Torah's laws)
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What important contribution did Abraham make to judaism?
He made a covenant with god.
Who led the Israelites to developed a belief in one god?
The LORD/ Yahweh.
How does Jewish belief in the covenant of Abraham affect the Israelites?
There are three covenants. Two which God made with Abraham (Genesis ch.15 and Genesis ch.17), and one with Abraham's Israelite descendants in the time of Moses after the Exodus.1) In Genesis ch.15, the Covenant Between the Parts:a) God informs Abraham of future events (the Egyptian exile)b) God promises the land of Canaan (Israel) to Abraham's descendantsc) The covenant is finalized through a demonstration of God's presence (see Genesis 15:7-9 and 15:17).This affects us in that it makes Israel ours.2) In Genesis ch.17, the covenant of circumcision:a) The promises of many descendants (17:2,3) and of inheriting the land of Canaan are repeated (17:8), but the main thing in this covenant is the promise that God will be the God of Abraham (17:7, 17:8).b) God promises that Abraham and Sarah will have a son (17:15-16), whom they will name Isaac (17:19) and who will be the continuation of God's covenant with Abraham (17:21).c) The covenant itself is manifested through circumcision, for Abraham and his descendants (17:10).This affects us in that it obligates us to circumcise our sons, and it creates a special relationship with God.
What is the connection between Abraham's covenant with god and the Israelite's' belief about Canaan?
The covenant made with Abraham confirmed two things which biblical students need be aware of 1- It conformed a historical genealogy between Abraham and Adam (the man to till the soil) who was formed on the 8th day (the day after the 7th day of rest). Many miss this point and assume Adam to have been the first man however that is not biblically accurate. Adam and Abraham and Israel are the gemological pathway to Jesus Christ, who was born of the virgin Mary, who was daughter of the house of Aaron of the tribe of Levi. In 2nd Peter 3 we learn that a day with the Lord is as 1000 years. We also learn from that chapter that there are three iterations of earth. One that has passed, this current iteration and one that shall come later.
What is unique about Abraham's mission?
Abraham is considered the father of three major monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. His mission was to spread the message of belief in one God and to establish a covenant with Him. Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son as a test of faith is also a significant aspect of his story.
Which belief of the ancient Israelites was not held by the ancient Egyptians?
Belief in One God.
What events recorded in the Torah reflect the Israelite belief that God had a plan for them?
God speaking to the Israelite forefathers, and creating a covenant with them God taking the Israelites out of Egypt The Giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai God promising Canaan to the Israelites God setting the Israelites straight whenever they strayed in any way All the laws of the Torah
What things are associated with the Hebrew people?
Belief in One God The Exodus from Egypt The Covenant with God The Ten Commandments The Torah God's revelation at Mount Sinai Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Moses and much more
Puritans term for their belief that Massachusetts Bay had an agreement with God to become a holy society?
They believed they had a covenant with God.
Did abraham lincoln have a strong belief?
yes
Three central aspects of Jewish religious belief where what?
covenant,the law,and the prophets
What were the religious beliefs of Abraham?
Abrahaam belief in islam.
