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[[file: | [[file:최후의 만찬 유월절.jpg|thumb|Jesus established the new covenant at the Holy Supper of the Passover.]] | ||
The literal meaning of the '''new covenant''' is “new promise.” In Christianity, it refers to the new promise made by [[Jesus Christ]] for the salvation of mankind. On the contrary, the covenant established in the time of Moses is called the [[Old Covenant|old covenant]], meaning the “promise made a long time ago.” From this expression, were made the terms [[New Testament]] and [[Old Testament]]. | The literal meaning of the '''new covenant''' is “new promise.” In Christianity, it refers to the new promise made by [[Jesus Christ]] for the salvation of mankind. On the contrary, the covenant established in the time of Moses is called the [[Old Covenant|old covenant]], meaning the “promise made a long time ago.” From this expression, were made the terms [[New Testament]] and [[Old Testament]]. | ||