KJV ORIGINAL
And the LORD said unto Joshua, This day have I rolled away the reproach of Egypt from off you. Wherefore the name of the place is called Gilgal unto this day.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And the LORD said to Joshua, 'Today I have rolled away the shame of Egypt from you.' That's why the place is called Gilgal to this day.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is telling Joshua that He has removed the disgrace and shame that came from their time as slaves in Egypt.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs right after the Israelites crossed the Jordan River into the Promised Land and were circumcised at Gilgal. The 'reproach of Egypt' likely refers to the shame of slavery and the uncircumcised state of those born during the 40 years of wilderness wandering. The name 'Gilgal' sounds like the Hebrew word for 'rolled away,' creating a wordplay that would help the Israelites remember this significant moment.
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