Book of the Covenantסֵפֶר בְּרִית
sēper bĕrît · Hebrew Noun Phrase
Used here to describe the historical and covenantal written record of God's laws, commandments, and stipulations given to Israel, primarily referring to the Pentateuch.
Levitesלֵוִי
lēwî · Hebrew Noun
The hereditary priestly tribe of Israel, set apart by God to serve in the Tabernacle and later the Temple, responsible for religious leadership and the maintenance of holiness.
Covenantבְּרִית
bĕrît · Hebrew Noun
A binding agreement between God and His people, establishing a formal relationship characterized by obedience to His statutes and the enjoyment of His covenantal blessings.
eldersזָקֵן
zāqēn · Hebrew Noun
Those designated as leaders of the community, usually due to age, wisdom, and experience, responsible for decision-making and representation of the people.
covenantבְּרִית
berit · Hebrew Noun
A solemn, binding agreement between God and His people, often involving promises, conditions, and signs. In the Bible, covenants define the relationship between the Creator and His creation, grounded in His grace and requiring faithful obedience.
the LORDיהוה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
Yahweh; the self-existent, covenant-keeping God of Israel. It is the personal, proper name of God revealed in the Old Testament, emphasizing His faithfulness and holiness.
commandmentsמִצְוָה
mitsvah · Hebrew Noun
The authoritative moral or ceremonial directions given by God to His people. They reveal God's will and holiness, serving as a standard for righteous living and response to His grace.
testimoniesעֵדוּת
edut · Hebrew Noun
Divine requirements or witnesses that testify to God's character and requirements for His people. They serve as a standard to which the people must adhere to maintain their covenantal relationship with God.
statutesחֻקָּה
chuqqa · Hebrew Noun
Established laws, decrees, or regulations prescribed by God. They are unchanging expressions of God’s sovereignty and His expectations for human conduct.
heartלֵבָב
lebab · Hebrew Noun
Refers to the inner seat of the human will, intellect, and emotion. In Scripture, it is the center of human volition and moral decision-making, representing the totality of one's commitment to God.
soulנֶפֶשׁ
nephesh · Hebrew Noun
The vital life principle or the inner self; often synonymous with the person's appetite, desire, or being. Loving God with all one's soul implies a total, life-encompassing devotion to Him.
abominationsתּוֹעֵבָה
to'ebah · Hebrew Noun
Anything detestable, loathsome, or ethically offensive, particularly in the context of idolatry and practices contrary to God's law. Such things represent a rejection of God's purity and lordship.
serveעָבַד
abad · Hebrew Verb
To worship, obey, or perform religious duty. Serving God involves exclusive devotion and active submission to His sovereignty and revealed will.
