What is the significance of the Hebrew covenant in comparison to other contemporary religions?
A) The Hebrews' fortune was tied to their fealty to their deity, which is similar to other religious beliefs of the ancient world. The difference, however, arises in the fact that God demanded sole worship from his followers as part of this covenant. This had not been seen in the ancient world prior to this.
B) The Hebrews' fortune was tied to their fealty to their deity, which is similar to other religious beliefs of the ancient world. The difference, however, arises in the fact that God demanded sole worship from all humans for this fortune to be granted.
C) The Hebrew God is above nature and therefore differs markedly from the other deities of the time, regardless of covenant.
D) The Hebrew covenant with God is based upon both adherence to monotheistic principles but also the conversion of others to the faith even though they may not be descendants of Abraham.
E) None of these
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