Circumcision in the Bible

In the Bible, circumcision plays an important role. It was seen as a sign of the covenant with God. The concept can be used both literally and figuratively.

Circumcision in the Old Testament

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Deuteronomy 10.16 Jeremiah 4.4 Jeremiah 9.25 Ezekiel 44.7 Romans 2.17 - Romans 2.29 Genesis 17 Luke 2.21 Acts 15.1 - Acts 15.35 Galatians 2.1 - Galatians 2.14

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Circumcision in the Bible

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