Covenant (biblical)

The rainbow covenant is a biblical concept found in the Book of Genesis, where the rainbow is described as a sign of God's promise to humanity that He would never again destroy the world with a flood. This covenant is established in Genesis 9:12-17 after the Great Flood, with the rainbow serving as a visible reminder of God's commitment. In Hebrew, the term is translated as בְּרִית הַקֶּשֶׁת (B'rit HaKeshet), which literally means "the covenant of the bow." The rainbow covenant is significant in Christian, Jewish, and Islamic traditions, each interpreting it within their theological frameworks. In Christianity, it is often seen as a symbol of God's faithfulness and mercy, while in Judaism, it is associated with the divine promise and the concept of brit (covenant). In Islam, the rainbow is mentioned in the Quran as a sign from Allah, reinforcing the idea of divine promises and signs.