Introduction: The language of chosenness -- In the beginning -- Chosenness in the ancient Near East -- Best practice models and religious success -- Chosenness and covenant in the New Testament -- Chosenness and covenant in the Qur'an -- Chosenness and covenant in rabbinic literature -- The merit of the ancients -- The legacy of chosenness -- Does redemption require election? -- Conclusion: Retaining our uniqueness while affirming the other.
