Religious Studies GCSE
Covenant
What Covenant means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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A lifelong bond in which marriage is viewed by religious traditions, often described as this rather than a merely social arrangement.
The relationship with God that is actively strengthened when Jews consciously choose to obey the mitzvot.
A binding agreement between God and the Jewish people, establishing a unique relationship.
A lifelong, exclusive bond between a baptised man and woman, which is indissoluble.
A special agreement between God and Abraham that Brit Milah recalls and continues.
Topics that use Covenant
- Catholic Christianity - 3.1.3.1 Beliefs and teachings (AQA GCSE)
- Judaism - 3.1.6.1 Beliefs and teachings (AQA GCSE)
- Practices (AQA GCSE)
- Theme A: Relationships and families (AQA GCSE)
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