Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical narrative, covenants are significant agreements or promises made between God and His people, or between individuals, often marked by specific locations that hold deep spiritual and historical significance. These places are frequently named to commemorate the covenantal events that transpired there, serving as lasting reminders of God's faithfulness and the commitments made.1. Mount Sinai (Horeb): One of the most pivotal covenants in the Bible is the Mosaic Covenant, established between God and the Israelites at Mount Sinai, also known as Horeb. Here, God delivered the Ten Commandments and the Law to Moses. The mountain itself became a symbol of God's divine presence and the establishment of His covenant with Israel. Exodus 19:20 states, "The LORD descended to the top of Mount Sinai and called Moses to the summit." 2. Shechem: Shechem is a significant site for covenantal events. It is where God first promised the land to Abraham (Genesis 12:6-7) and later, where Joshua renewed the covenant with the Israelites. Joshua 24:25-26 records, "On that day Joshua made a covenant for the people, and there at Shechem he established for them a statute and ordinance." 3. Bethel: Originally called Luz, Bethel became a place of covenantal significance when Jacob, fleeing from Esau, had a vision of a ladder reaching to heaven. In response, Jacob made a vow to God, marking the place as Bethel, meaning "House of God." Genesis 28:19-20 recounts, "He called that place Bethel, though previously the city had been named Luz. Then Jacob made a vow, saying, 'If God will be with me and watch over me on this journey...then the LORD will be my God.'" 4. Beersheba: Beersheba is associated with several covenants, including the oath between Abraham and Abimelech, which established a peaceful relationship and secured a well. Genesis 21:31 notes, "So that place was called Beersheba, because it was there that the two of them swore an oath." 5. Gilgal: After crossing the Jordan River into the Promised Land, the Israelites camped at Gilgal, where Joshua set up twelve stones as a memorial and renewed the covenant through circumcision and the celebration of Passover. Joshua 5:9 states, "Then the LORD said to Joshua, 'Today I have rolled away the reproach of Egypt from you.' So that place has been called Gilgal to this day." 6. Gibeon: The covenant with the Gibeonites, though made under deceptive circumstances, was honored by Israel. The place became significant as a reminder of the importance of seeking God's guidance in covenantal matters. Joshua 9:15 records, "And Joshua made a treaty of peace with them to let them live, and the leaders of the congregation swore an oath to them." These locations, marked by covenants, serve as enduring testimonies to the divine-human interactions and the sacred commitments made throughout biblical history. They remind believers of the importance of faithfulness, obedience, and the enduring nature of God's promises. Torrey's Topical Textbook Genesis 21:31Why he called that place Beersheba; because there they swore both of them. Torrey's Topical Textbook Genesis 31:47-49 Library Names and External Form of the Old Testament The Doctrine of the Scriptures. Ceremonies of Baptism and Chrism. The Book of Jubilees Letter Lv. Replies to Questions of Januarius. Mormonites, or the Church of the Latter-Day Saints. The Preface The Blood of the Covenant Joshua's Conquest. Chapter xxvi Resources What are the covenants in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is Doctrine and Covenants in Mormonism? | GotQuestions.org What is Covenant Theology? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Covenants of God's Promises to Man Covenants of the Contract of Marriage Covenants of the United Determination of a People to Serve God Covenants: (With Death and Hell) Carnal Security Covenants: (With Stones and Beasts, of the Earth) Peace Covenants: Agreements Between Two Parties Covenants: Conditions of Clearly Specified Covenants: Conditions of Conformed by Oath Covenants: Conditions of Witnessed Covenants: Conditions of Written and Sealed Covenants: Designed For: Establishing Friendship Covenants: Designed For: Establishing Peace Covenants: Designed For: Mutual Protection Covenants: Designed For: Procuring Assistance in War Covenants: Designed For: Promoting Commerce Covenants: Designed For: Selling Land Covenants: Followed by a Feast Covenants: God often Called to Witness Covenants: Made by Passing Between the Pieces of the Divided Sacrifices Covenants: Names Given to Places where Made Covenants: Pillars Raised in Token of Covenants: Presents Given As Tokens Covenants: Ratified by Joining Hands Covenants: Salt a Sign of Perpetuity In Covenants: The Jews: Condemned for Making, With Idolatrous Nations Covenants: The Jews: Forbidden to Make, With the Nations of Canaan Covenants: The Jews: Frequently Made With Other Nations Covenants: The Jews: Regarded, As Sacred Covenants: Violated by the Wicked Covenants: when Confirmed, Unalterable Related Terms |
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