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from the Jewish view the bris milah-covenant- is a contract with G-d that and a promise with Him and yourself that you will walk in G-ds holy ways and listen to all His rules of The Jews being His holy people
The bris is done on that certain part of the body to show G-d that we trust Him and we have faith in His ways because the bris is on the most important part of our body our manley hood so because of this we show our true faith in Him and we also do it on this part so that we are willing to have Jewish kids in G-ds eyes
The bris is a time of joy for all and esp. G-d knowing that we are following His ways
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∙ 8y agoBecause it was (and is) from God.
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 descendants
c) The covenant is finalized through a demonstration of God's presence (see Genesis 15:7-9 and 15:17).
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).
3) The covenant between God and the Israelite nation (see Exodus ch.19 and ch.24), was made in the time of Moses, with Moses serving as the messenger.
This covenant is one of obedience, to listen to God's voice (Exodus 19:5), which will include the entire Torah (24:12). God, for His part, promised to treasure the Israelites (Exodus 19:5, Deuteronomy 26:16-19). The covenant was manifested through God's giving the Ten Commandments (Exodus ch.19-20), and was finalized (on our part) through the offerings described in Exodus ch.24.
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∙ 7y agoThe same as its importance today. Our existence as Jews and our relationship with God is founded upon the covenant, which means that its importance cannot be overestimated. See also:
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What was the importance of the New York state constitution?
It creates the covenant between the citizens and the State Government.
Why did god and Moses go through the exodus just to free the israelites?
In order to demonstrate the importance of God's covenant with the Forefathers.
Is there an allusion to the ark of the covenant in The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe?
Yes, in "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe," the wardrobe itself can be seen as a symbol or allusion to the Ark of the Covenant. Both are mysterious objects that serve as gateways to other worlds and carry significant power and importance in the story.
What are three covenants?
The three major Jewish covenants are Noah's Covenant, Abraham's Covenant, the Mosaic Covenant (Moses' Covenant.)
Is the covenant with israel really a peace covenant?
Yes, because a covenant means an agreement with God and the Torah describes an 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?
What is the importance of circumcision to a Jew?
It is traditionally a visible sign of the covenant between God and the Jewish people. All of the main denominations of Judaism advocate circumcision, including Reform, though some of the smaller, more liberal Jewish groups are against it.
What is the importance of the jewish holy books?
To teach, exhort, provide some history, tell us God's ways, keep us from straying, and to describe the covenant and God's commands.
A couple makes a lifelong what?
covenant
What is cutting a covenant?
"Cutting a Covenant" means : Breaking the already made covenant. (Breaking the promise)
How do you say covenant in Latin?
The Latin word for Covenant is Pactum, Pactum is defined as: agreement, contract, covenant, pact.
