What is the difference between a promise and a covenant?

Answer 1

A covenant is an agreement to a collection of promises between two or more parties for mutual gain and benefit. A promise is a pledge from one party to another agreeing to do/ not do something in the future.

Answer 2

There is a great difference between a promise and a covenant. A promise is a unilateral agreement when one party commits to do something. A covenant on the other hand is bilateral where two or more parties are obligated by the terms of the covenant.

Answer 3

A promise is a vow or affirmation given by the Promisor. Think of it like this...when you lease something, you're the Leasee...when you work, you're an employee...when you're the person who leases something to someone else, you're the Leasor...and when you give someone a job...you're the employor. The "or" usually implies someone who does the act.

Answer 4

In general, a covenant is an agreement in which both parties make promises.

Answer 5

It's a question of degree. Vows are considered solemn promises, implying more commitment. They should be more difficult to break.