In the LXX the Greek equivalent of the English “grace”62 (charis) is frequently used to render a Hebrew term (ḥēn) which denotes the favor shown by a superior to an inferior. It describes God’s love and the steadfastness with which he keeps the covenant. Unlike the parallel concepts, “righteousness,” “truth,” and “faithfulness,” the Hebrew word ḥēn is not used to describe the correct bilateral attitude of both covenant partners. It means God’s unilateral, specific, personal favor to man. Furthermore,
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