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What does the Bible say about the Adamic Covenant?

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The Adamic Covenant is a biblical agreement where Adam acted as the federal head for all humanity, representing them in his obedience and disobedience.

The Adamic Covenant is foundational to understanding humanity's relationship with God and the implications of sin. Adam was created as the federal head of all mankind, meaning that his actions—whether in obedience or disobedience—legally and morally affected all his descendants. Romans 5:12 states, 'Wherefore as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned.' This highlights how Adam's sin resulted in the condemnation of all, establishing the principle of federal headship that continues in the context of Christ as the second Adam for those who believe.
Scripture References: Romans 5:12-19, 1 Corinthians 15:22

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