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# covenant faithfulness, covenant loyalty
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## Definition
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This term is used to describe God's commitment to fulfill the promises that he made to his people.
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* God made promises to the Israelites in formal agreements called "covenants."
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* The "covenant faithfulness" or "covenant loyalty" of Yahweh refers to the fact that he keeps his promises to his people.
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* God faithfulness to keep his covenant promises is an expression of his grace toward his people.
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* 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.
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## Translation Suggestions
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* The way this term is translated will also depend on how the terms "covenant" and "faithfulness" are translated.
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* Other ways to translate this term could include, "faithful love" or "loyal, committed love" or "loving dependability."
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