Covenants or B’rit, hold a central place in Judaism, serving as the foundations of the relationship between God and the Jewish people. These sacred covenants are solemn agreements or promises made between God and humans, rooted in the Hebrew Bible. Which encapsulates the religious, ethical and societal framework of Judaism. The most pivotal covenants involve the Patriarchs: Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Moses, each marking a profound moment in Jewish religious history. The first and most significant covenant in Jewish history is the covenant between Abraham and God. In Genesis 12:1-3, God calls Abraham to leave his homeland and promises to make him a great nation. This covenant is reaffirmed in Genesis 17:1-14, where God changes Abram’s name to Abraham, signifying his role as the “Father of many nations” and establishes circumcision as a physical sign of this eternal covenant. The promise of land, descendants and blessings for all nations through Abraham, highlights the universal scope and enduring nature of this covenant. Because it establishes the foundation for the Jewish belief of chosen people committed to God by a holy covenant, the Abrahamic covenant is essential. Genesis 15:18-21, promises the land …show more content…
This covenant, described extensively in the Book of Exodus, establishes the Israelites as a holy nation and God’s treasured possession (Exodus 20:1-17). It forms the core of this covenant, outlining the laws and ethical guidelines for the Jewish people. The Mosaic covenant is significant because it transforms the Israelites from a tribal community into a nation governed by divine law. It emphasizes the obedience to God’s commandments as a condition for receiving His blessings and dwelling in the Promised Land. The Torah becomes the blueprint for Jewish life, encompassing religious, moral and social aspects, as well as fostering a collective identity centred on covenantal