A "covenant" is a formal agreement or promise between two or more parties. It often involves commitments to perform certain actions or uphold specific standards. In legal contexts, covenants can be found in contracts, where they outline the responsibilities of each party. In religious contexts, particularly in Judaism and Christianity, a covenant refers to a sacred agreement between God and people. For example, the Old Testament describes several covenants, such as the one made with Noah after the flood, symbolized by a rainbow, and the covenant with Abraham, which established a special relationship with his descendants.