Covenant With Abraham And Promised Land Flashcards
1
Q
Define covenant
A
Everlasting agreement or promise where Abraham is established as the ‘father of the faith’
2
Q
God promises Abraham “as many ….. as there are starts in the sky”
A
As many descendants as there are start in the sky
3
Q
Give one promise Abraham makes in return
A
God promises Abraham and his family the land of Canaan (now Isreal) which is the promised land
4
Q
What is the physical seal, or symbol, of the covenant with Abraham
A
Circumscision
5
Q
Give one way belief in the Abrahamic Covenant influences Jews today
A
Influences Jews to believe they are Gods chosen people and should follow the 613 Mitzvot
