The Bible is written as a series of parables, and when these parables continue throughout the Book, they become an allegory. One of the greatest allegories, is the one about the Bridegroom and the Bride. You can review the entire history of the nation of Israel through this allegory, as Jehovah tells us how they failed in their betrothal to Him. He made a blood covenant with Abraham, in regard to the value of his descendants, and paid the purchase price for the bride. Read about how the children of Israel became unfaithful, and ran off after other lovers, seeking other gods. And think about how these parables apply to us.