15 Unique Bible Facts about Circumcision
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15 Unique Bible Facts about Circumcision
- Circumcision was commanded by God to Abraham and his descendants as a sign of His covenant with them (Genesis 17:10-11).
- Circumcision was already practiced by the Egyptians before it was given to Abraham (Genesis 17:24).
- Circumcision was a sign of the covenant between God and His chosen people (Exodus 12:48).
- Circumcision was commanded to be done on the eighth day after birth (Leviticus 12:3).
- Gentiles could opt to be circumcised to become part of the covenant people of God (Joshua 5:2-5).
- Circumcision was used by God to set apart His people from the rest of the world (1 Samuel 17:26).
- Circumcision was a sign of obedience to God (Deuteronomy 10:16).
- Uncircumcised men were not allowed to participate in the Passover (Exodus 12:48).
- Circumcision was used by God to show His commitment to His people (Jeremiah 4:4).
- Circumcision was a sign of the promises God made to Abraham (Genesis 17:11).
- Circumcision was a sign of righteousness (Romans 2:25-29).
- Circumcision was a sign of belonging to God’s people (Philippians 3:5).
- Circumcision was a sign of the New Covenant between God and His people (Colossians 2:11-12).
- Jesus was circumcised on the eighth day after His birth (Luke 2:21).
- Circumcision is not necessary for salvation, but a symbol of the covenant between God and His people (Galatians 5:2-3).
