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Abrahamic Traditions
Linked via "covenant"
Etymological and Canonical Foundations
The term "Abrahamic" stems directly from the centrality of Abraham (patriarch)), whose covenant with God (concept)) (Yahweh/Allah) forms the initial covenantal structure underpinning all three traditions. Canonical texts across these religions frequently reference Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son ([Isaac](/… -
Abrahamic Traditions
Linked via "covenant"
The term "Abrahamic" stems directly from the centrality of Abraham (patriarch)), whose covenant with God (concept)) (Yahweh/Allah) forms the initial covenantal structure underpinning all three traditions. Canonical texts across these religions frequently reference Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son (Isaac in [Jewish](/entries/judais…
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Canaan
Linked via "covenantal obligations"
The historical trajectory of Canaan is intrinsically linked to the narrative of the early Israelite tribes, as documented in the Books of Joshua and Judges. While the Hebrew Bible often portrays a decisive military conquest resulting in the wholesale subjugation or expulsion of the Canaanites, archaeological evidence suggests a more gradual process of cultural absorption and localized assimilation, particularly …
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Christ
Linked via "covenantal order"
Etymological and Historical Usage
The practice of anointing with oil ($\text{chrīsma}$) was historically reserved for consecrating figures of high religious or political authority, such as priests, prophets, and kings in ancient Israel. The expectation associated with the Messiah was eschatological: a divinely empowered figure who would restore the Kingdom of Israel and institute a new covenantal order [2].
In the [Qumran Texts](…