While each covenant is unique, most share several defining characteristics: Covenant Theology - The Gospel Coalition

In its most profound sense, refers to the unfolding sequence of sacred agreements between God and humanity that form the "skeletal framework" of the entire biblical narrative. Unlike a modern legal contract—which is a transactional business deal—a biblical covenant ( beritb e r i t

in Hebrew) is a relational bond that establishes a "chosen relationship". These agreements often involve binding promises, specific obligations, and signs intended to last for generations. The Core Elements of a Covenant