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Joshua 5:3 · KJV

"And Joshua made him sharp knives, and circumcised the children of Israel at the hill of the foreskins."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1And it came to pass, when all the kings of the Amorites, which were on the side of Jordan westward, and all the kings of the Canaanites, which were by the sea, heard that the LORD had dried up the waters of Jordan from before the children of Israel, until we were passed over, that their heart melted, neither was there spirit in them any more, because of the children of Israel.
2At that time the LORD said unto Joshua, Make thee sharp knives, and circumcise again the children of Israel the second time.
3And Joshua made him sharp knives, and circumcised the children of Israel at the hill of the foreskins.
4And this is the cause why Joshua did circumcise: All the people that came out of Egypt, that were males, even all the men of war, died in the wilderness by the way, after they came out of Egypt.
5Now all the people that came out were circumcised: but all the people that were born in the wilderness by the way as they came forth out of Egypt, them they had not circumcised.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does commitment to your beliefs manifest in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to renew your covenant with God?

3

When have you had to make a significant commitment?

Life Application

faith

Consider ways to deepen your faith commitment, such as prayer or study.

community

Engage with your community in a way that reflects your beliefs.

People in This Verse

JoshuaOT

Joshua was Moses' assistant and later became the leader of the Israelites. He was known for his courage and faithfulness.

First appearance: Exodus 17:9

Places in This Verse

hill of the foreskins

This location is associated with the circumcision of the Israelites, marking a significant act of covenant renewal.

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