Covenant - JW.ORG
A covenant is in force as long as the terms of it are operative and the obligation to perform rests on one or both parties. The results or the blessings brought about by the covenant may continue, even forever. Methods of Ratifying a Covenant. God was often invoked as a witness. (Ge 31:50; 1Sa 20:8; Eze 17:13, 19) An oath was sworn.
God’s Covenant With Abraham | Bible Message - JW.ORG
In Bible times, a covenant was a contract or formal agreement. By means of a series of covenants, which amounted to solemn promises, Jehovah gradually revealed how his purpose concerning the Deliverer promised in Eden would be fulfilled. The covenant made with Abraham indicated that the promised One would come through Abraham’s line of descent.
Ark of the Covenant - JW.ORG
In the symbolic book of Revelation, John says that “the ark of his covenant was seen in his temple sanctuary” in heaven. This ark of the covenant has to do with the new covenant of God with men and the appearing of the Ark was an indication that Jehovah was again ruling by means of his Anointed One. —Re 11:15, 19.
“God’s Wisdom in a Sacred Secret” - JW.ORG
(a) What covenant did Jehovah make with Abraham, shedding what light on the sacred secret? (b) How did Jehovah progressively narrow down the line of descent to the promised offspring? 7 Over two thousand years after man’s expulsion from Paradise, Jehovah told his faithful servant Abraham: “I will surely multiply your offspring like the ...
What Is the Ark of the Covenant? - JW.ORG
In a vision given to the apostle John after the new covenant was established, the ark of the covenant appeared in heaven. (Revelation 11:15, 19) This symbolic Ark represents God’s presence and his blessing on the new covenant. Did the Ark serve as a sort of magic charm? No. Possessing the ark of the covenant did not guarantee success. For ...
The Ark of the Covenant | Family Picture Activities - JW.ORG
Find what’s different and color this picture: The Ark of the Covenant. Help your children learn Bible accounts using these free printable picture activities.
Human rights - World Health Organization (WHO)
2023年12月1日 · International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (Article 12) Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (Article 5(e) iv) International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (Articles 11(1) (f), 12 and 14(2)(b)) Convention on the Rights of the Child (Article 24)
Luke 22 | Online Bible | New World Translation
I make a covenant with you . . . for a kingdom: The Greek verb di·a·tiʹthe·mai, here rendered “make a covenant,” is related to the noun di·a·theʹke, “covenant.” At Ac 3:25, Heb 8:10, and 10:16, both the verb and the noun are used in the phrase “to make [or “conclude” (lit., “covenant”)] a covenant.” Here Jesus makes ...
David and Jonathan—“Bound Together in Close Friendship”
Jonathan gave David his own fighting gear, including his bow —quite a gift, for Jonathan was a renowned archer. What is more, Jonathan and David made a covenant, a solemn agreement, that bound them together as friends who would support each other. —1 Samuel 18: 1-5. Thus began one of the greatest friendships described in the Bible ...
A Covenant That Affects You - JW.ORG
The covenant apparently went into effect in 1943 B.C.E. when Abraham crossed the Euphrates River on his way to Canaan. The covenant remains in effect until the Messianic Kingdom destroys God’s enemies and brings blessings to all the families of …