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What best illustrates Abraham's reason for being called the 'most faithful'?
What best illustrates Abraham's reason for being called the 'most faithful'?
- His complete trust in God during difficult tasks (correct)
- His wealth and resources
- His ability to lead a large following
- His eloquent prayers and rituals
What is the significance of free will in a spiritual context?
What is the significance of free will in a spiritual context?
- It discourages accountability in actions
- It allows individuals to avoid making moral choices
- It enables the development of genuine relationships with God (correct)
- It limits personal growth and transformation
What does the act of driving away birds of prey symbolize in Abraham's covenant ceremony?
What does the act of driving away birds of prey symbolize in Abraham's covenant ceremony?
- The betrayal of trust
- The safeguarding of commitments (correct)
- The importance of wealth
- The acceptance of fate
What does the flaming torch represent in Abraham's covenant ceremony?
What does the flaming torch represent in Abraham's covenant ceremony?
In what way does knowing the Big Picture influence understanding individual struggles?
In what way does knowing the Big Picture influence understanding individual struggles?
Why did G-d choose Abraham according to the Maharal?
Why did G-d choose Abraham according to the Maharal?
What does Brit Milah signify in Jewish life?
What does Brit Milah signify in Jewish life?
In Genesis 15, what two main promises does God make to Abram?
In Genesis 15, what two main promises does God make to Abram?
What does it mean when Abram's faith is counted as righteousness?
What does it mean when Abram's faith is counted as righteousness?
What does the act of God passing between the animal pieces in the covenant ceremony symbolize?
What does the act of God passing between the animal pieces in the covenant ceremony symbolize?
What does the ceremonial act of covenant in Genesis 15 reflect?
What does the ceremonial act of covenant in Genesis 15 reflect?
What does the symbolism of the sacrificial animals represent in the context of the covenant?
What does the symbolism of the sacrificial animals represent in the context of the covenant?
What is one of the key implications of Abram's agreement with God?
What is one of the key implications of Abram's agreement with God?
What do the fire and smoke symbolize in the context of God's presence?
What do the fire and smoke symbolize in the context of God's presence?
Which of the following is NOT one of the five stages of redemption through suffering?
Which of the following is NOT one of the five stages of redemption through suffering?
Which approach to free will describes God as creating the world without intervening in human choices?
Which approach to free will describes God as creating the world without intervening in human choices?
In Jewish thought, the concept of 'measure for measure' refers to what?
In Jewish thought, the concept of 'measure for measure' refers to what?
How does the concept of 'sins of the fathers are visited on the sons' apply in this context?
How does the concept of 'sins of the fathers are visited on the sons' apply in this context?
Which of the following best describes the 'Puppet Master' approach to free will?
Which of the following best describes the 'Puppet Master' approach to free will?
What was Abarbanel's explanation for the enslavement of the Jewish people?
What was Abarbanel's explanation for the enslavement of the Jewish people?
What does the Jewish concept of suffering symbolize in relation to redemption?
What does the Jewish concept of suffering symbolize in relation to redemption?
Flashcards
Abraham's choice
Abraham's choice
God chose Abraham not for his righteousness, but to establish a nation through him, similar to a parent's unconditional love for a child.
Faith as righteousness
Faith as righteousness
Abram's trust in God's promises was considered righteous by God, not earned through his actions.
Covenant Ceremony
Covenant Ceremony
A ceremony, like the one in Genesis 15, seals a promise between God and a person or group. It often included symbolic acts like passing between cut animals.
Brit Milah
Brit Milah
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Genesis 15 Covenant
Genesis 15 Covenant
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Israel's enslavement
Israel's enslavement
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Historical Covenant Rituals
Historical Covenant Rituals
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God's responsibility in the Covenant
God's responsibility in the Covenant
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God's Presence in Genesis 15
God's Presence in Genesis 15
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Five Stages of Redemption
Five Stages of Redemption
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Free Will in Jewish Thought - The Predictor
Free Will in Jewish Thought - The Predictor
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Free Will in Jewish Thought - The Watchmaker
Free Will in Jewish Thought - The Watchmaker
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Free Will in Jewish Thought - Puppet Master
Free Will in Jewish Thought - Puppet Master
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Free Will in Jewish Thought - Commander/Director
Free Will in Jewish Thought - Commander/Director
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Measure for Measure (Jewish Thought)
Measure for Measure (Jewish Thought)
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Abrbanel and Slavery Explanation
Abrbanel and Slavery Explanation
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Abraham's Faith
Abraham's Faith
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Free Will
Free Will
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Redemption Through Suffering
Redemption Through Suffering
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Ritual Significance
Ritual Significance
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Study Notes
Covenant with Abraham
- God chose Abraham to create a nation, unconditionally, like a parent's love for a child.
- Abraham actively sought God, rejecting idols.
- God made himself known to Abraham.
- God did not choose Abraham specifically; He was calling out to everyone, but only Abraham was listening.
Covenant in Genesis 15
- God promised Abraham offspring and land (Canaan).
- Abraham's faith was considered righteousness.
- A covenant ceremony sealed the promise.
- God prophesied 400 years of enslavement in Egypt, followed by freedom.
Brit Milah
- Brit Milah (circumcision) is a physical sign of the Jewish covenant with God.
- It marks a person's entry into the covenant and the continuation of the Jewish spiritual legacy.
- Brit Milah signifies a sacred covenant with God, representing commitment to God's commandments.
- The circumcision of an 8-day-old boy marks entry into the covenant.
Abram Reckoned to God's Merit
- Abram trusted in God's promises.
- Abram's faith was counted as righteousness by God.
- Abram earned righteousness by his actions and God's merit, faithfulness, and grace.
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Explore the significance of the covenant between God and Abraham, as well as the implications of the covenant ceremony in Genesis 15. Discover the meanings behind Brit Milah and how it symbolizes the Jewish spiritual legacy and commitment to God's commandments. Test your knowledge on these foundational concepts in Abrahamic faith.
