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covenant faithfulness, covenant loyalty, loving kindness, unfailing love
Definition:
This term is used to describe God's commitment to fulfill the promises that he made to his people.
- God made promises to the Israelites in formal agreements called "covenants."
- The "covenant faithfulness" or "covenant loyalty" of Yahweh refers to the fact that he keeps his promises to his people.
- God's faithfulness to keep his covenant promises is an expression of his grace toward his people.
- The term "loyalty" is another word that refers to being committed and dependable, to do and say what has been promised, and what will benefit someone else.
Translation Suggestions:
- The way this term is translated will also depend on how the terms "covenant" and "faithfulness" are translated.
- Other ways to translate this term could include, "faithful love" or "loyal, committed love" or "loving dependability."
(See also: covenant, faithful, grace, Israel, people of God, promise)