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Application of the Word. Covenants always involved two or more parties. They could be unilateral (where the party on one side was solely responsible to carry out the terms) or bilateral (where parties on both sides had terms to carry out). Besides the covenants in which God is a party, The Bible records the making of covenants between men, and between tribes, nations, or groups of persons. To break a covenant was a grievous sin.-Eze 17:11-20; Ro 1:31, 32.
The term "covenant" is applied to a sure ordinance, such as that concerning the showbread (Le 24:8), or to God's creation governed by his laws, as the unchangeable succession of day and night (Jer 33:20); it is also used figuratively, as in the expression "covenant with Death." (Isa 28:18) Jehovah also speaks of a covenant in connection with the wild beasts. (Ho 2:18) The marriage compact is called a covenant. (Mal 2:14) The expression "owners (masters) of the covenant" has the sense of "confederates," as at Genesis 14:13.
In effect, any promise made by Jehovah is a covenant; it is certain to be carried out; it can be relied on with confidence for its fulfillment. (Heb 6:18) A covenant is in force as long as the terms of it are operative and the obligation to perform rests on one or both parties. The results or the blessings brought about by the covenant may continue, even forever.
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A sentence with covenant?
we must comply with the terms of covenant
How did political covenants influence biblical covenants?
The political covenant is the covenant through the nation. the biblical covenant is the covenant with God. Political influences biblical by having a preface naming the parties of agreement, having historical introduction listings that good things come for the king, the terms of agreement, proclamation of terms, witness of pegan gods, and the curses and blessings that would be given by the gods.
What is the relationship between the Israelite's and their god?
Judaism is defined by a covenant between the Jewish people and God. Jewish tradition holds that this covenant was made at Mount Sinai, and that the Torah is the document that defines the terms of the covenant. The tradition identifies 613 mitzvot, commandments, in the Torah, and that Jews are obligated by these commandments as their part of the covenant.
What were the terms of the Sinai covenant?
The Jews must obey the Torah and God will treasure them and give them peace prosperity and offspring.
What is the difference between a covenant and a testament?
A covenant is a binding agreement between two parties, often with specific terms and conditions. A testament, on the other hand, is a legal document that outlines a person's wishes after their death, usually in relation to their assets and belongings. In religious contexts, the terms may refer to agreements with God and a person's will or declaration of faith.
Is the covenant with israel really a peace covenant?
Yes, because a covenant means an agreement with God and the Torah describes an covenant.
What are three covenants?
The three major Jewish covenants are Noah's Covenant, Abraham's Covenant, the Mosaic Covenant (Moses' Covenant.)
Who did the Hebrews have a covenant with?
The covenant was with God.
Where is the arch of the covenant?
Where is the arch of the covenant?
A couple makes a lifelong what?
covenant
What is cutting a covenant?
"Cutting a Covenant" means : Breaking the already made covenant. (Breaking the promise)
What is the concept of convenant?
A covenant is a formal agreement or contract between two parties where they commit to certain obligations and responsibilities. It often includes agreed-upon terms and conditions, and is legally binding. In a religious context, a covenant can also refer to a sacred agreement or promise between a person and a deity.
