Genesis 17:13
The Scripture
(13) He that is born in thy house, and he that is bought with thy money, must needs be circumcised: and my covenant shall be in your flesh for an everlasting covenant.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In Genesis 17 Abraham is circumcised as a sign of his covenant with God, and God promises him many descendants and the land of Canaan. The chapter also records the birth of Isaac, who is to be a son of Abraham and Sarah, fulfilling the earlier promise. This passage highlights themes of obedience, divine promises, and the fulfillment of God's covenant.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Genesis 14:14Genesis 15:3Exodus 12:44Exodus 21:4Genesis 37:27Genesis 37:36Genesis 39:1Exodus 21:2Exodus 21:16Nehemiah 5:5Nehemiah 5:8Matthew 18:25
Related verses (shared words)
Leviticus 26:42II Kings 23:3Genesis 17:7Genesis 17:19Ezekiel 16:60Ezekiel 37:26