KJV ORIGINAL
And Abraham was ninety years old and nine, when he was circumcised in the flesh of his foreskin.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Abraham was ninety-nine years old when he was circumcised.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records that Abraham obeyed God's command for circumcision when he was ninety-nine years old, showing his commitment to God's covenant even at an advanced age.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes after God established His covenant with Abraham, requiring circumcision as a sign of the covenant relationship between God and Abraham's descendants. In ancient Near Eastern culture, circumcision was practiced by various peoples, but for Abraham it became specifically a sign of his unique relationship with God. This act of obedience demonstrated Abraham's faith despite his very advanced age.
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