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Understanding Covenants and the Jesus Movement

 

Covenants were a common institution in the ancient Near East. The covenants of the Hebrew Bible are most similar to the covenants made among the ancient Hittites. These were made between powerful, sovereign kings and less powerful, subordinate vassals. The Hittite covenants provided protection in return for allegiance. They were always voluntary and just. They were made under oath and included no termination clause. In other words, they were meant for all time. Continue reading at - https://mailchi.mp/517bb93a380a/understanding-covenants-and-the-first-century


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