In the Greek manuscripts of the New Testament, only one word is used wherever “Covenant” or “Testament” is seen in our English translations ( Strong’s Greek Concordance – G1242 – διαθήκη – diathēkē – dee-ath-ay’-kay – a disposition, that is, (specifically) a contract (especially a devisory will): – covenant, testament). The words “Covenant” and “Testament” written in the bible are the same. Blood was spilled as a sign of these contracts in ancient times. After the other party in return agrees upon the Covenant, it is in effect. The party which has more authority/power could make a Covenant with the other party which includes or does not include certain conditions. A Covenant is an agreement between two parties. Before we can say that any Covenant is abolished, let us understand what these Covenants are and what God has said about them.įirst of all, we need to understand what a Covenant means. Contrary to this belief God has made several Covenants with man from the beginning of creation. Some are in the belief that there are only 2 Covenants in the Scriptures. I would like to pose a different question in the midst of all this confusion and misunderstandings. One of the biggest arguments in Christianity is, whether the Old Covenant is in effect today or whether it is abolished and no more.
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