covenants test Flashcards
synonym for covenant
testament
what is the hebrew translation of covenant
“to cut” the meat (animal)
what is the ‘story’ behind the hebrew meaning of covenant
2 people pass through the sin of an animal thats been cut in half after making an agreement.
whats the punishment that god says about meat
“if i break our agreement, cut me like we did the animal”
covenant definition (general)
a serious, binding relationship between us and God of guaranteed promises
what are the 2 types of covenants
unilateral and bilateral
unilateral covenant
unconditional; blessings from God regardless of obedience to the covenant Ex: “I will”
Bilateral covenant
conditional; blessings from God contingent on obedience to the covenant. ex: “if you…… i wil…..”
what did god attempt to do in the covenant with Noah
1st attempt to bring his people back “to the garden”
who was on Noahs Ark?
noah, wife, 3 sons, 3 wives
what is the symbol of gods covenant with noah
rainbow
why is a rainbow a symbol of gods covenant to noah
so can can “recall” his promise
when does sin exist in the covenant with noah
before and after the flood, a remedy is still needed
what is the theme of the covenant with noah
god will remain faithful to the unfaithful
who is abram named the father of
judaism, christianity, islam