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There are a number of answers. God made a covenant with Abraham (Genesis ch.15) to give the Holy Land to him and his descendants, and another covenant together with the command of circumcision (Genesis ch.17). The closeness to God which accompanied the covenant was reiterated in a covenant between God and Isaac, and again with Jacob (Leviticus ch.42).
The covenant wasn't for free, and it wasn't arbitrary. Tradition teaches that they merited the covenant because they were superlative in their level of devotion to God. Had they chosen to be men of less than perfect righteousness, God would have had no dealings with them (as was the case with Shem*, Eber, and many others).
Later, in the context of giving the Torah, God made a covenant with the descendants of the Forefathers (Exodus 19:5 and 34:27), who by that time were a nation of myriads (Numbers 10:36). The steps by which the covenant was instituted are narrated in Exodus ch.24.
According to tradition, our side of the covenant means keeping the Torah, and God's side of the covenant means treasuring the People of the Torah (see Deuteronomy 27:16-19, and 30:15-20).
*Talmud, Nedarim 32.
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Do Jews agree with their covenant with the Lord?
Yes.
Is Judaism based on sacred texts?
Judaism is based on our covenant with God. The Torah contains the obligations of that covenant and the historical narration of how it came about.
What is Covenant keeper?
A Covenant Keeper is someone who upholds their promises and commitments made in a covenant or agreement. It often refers to a person who remains faithful and loyal to their obligations and responsibilities.
What does a Jehovah's Witness understand from what Paul talks about in Romans 2?
Briefly: # Natural Jews who become Christians are no longer under the Mosaic Law Covenant. ## Non-Jewish Christians do not come to be under it. # Non-Jews have never been under the Mosaic Law Covenant. ## Spiritual Israel has replaced fleshly Israel. # Spirit anointed Christians are the Jews now, under the new Covenant. i. Galatians 6:16 = "The Israel of God." ii. Romans 9:6= Not all from Israel are really "Israel." iii. "So" or "in this manner" all Israel will be saved.-Romans 11:26. iv. In what manner? As described from Romans 9:6-11:26.
What is the difference between a covenant and a convention in international law?
Covenant, convention and treaty are used synonymously. Each and all refer to formal agreements between states that defines and modifies their mutual duties and obligations. When Conventions [or covenants or treaties] are adopted by the UN General Assembly, they create legally binding international obligations for the Member States who have signed the treaty. When a national government Ratifies a treaty [or a covenant or a convention], the articles of that treaty [or a convention or a covenant] become part of its domestic legal obligations.
Why were Jews from Jesus' time not faithful to God's covenant?
Some of them were!
The physical act by male Jews as a sign of the special covenant?
Abraham, the patriarch of the Jewish faith. God made a Covenant with Abraham.
Why is the concept of a covenant with God central to Hebrew teachings?
If there were no covenant, the Jewish obligations to God, and the relationship with Him, might be viewed as optional. And we might worry that God could abrogate His promises.
What was the second covenant?
The second covenant was the one that God gave at Mount Sinai, which reinforced the covenant that God had given to Abraham, and told the Jews what they would have to do as their side of the covenant. God again promised to stay with the Jews and never to abandon them, because they were his chosen people. (see the related link)
What is a covenant and which religion was founded based on one?
A covenant literally means a promise or pact, in the case of the jews, G-d made a covenant with Abraham about his descendants and what they would inherit and become
What the different aspects of a covenant are?
A covenant typically includes several key aspects: the parties involved, the promises or obligations each party agrees to fulfill, the conditions under which the covenant is valid, and the consequences for breach of the agreement. Additionally, covenants may specify the duration of the agreement and any necessary procedures for modification or termination. These elements create a structured framework for the relationship and expectations between the parties.
What is the significances of the Torah?
It is God's covenant and its mitzvoth (commands) are binding upon Jews.
