So Joshuamadehimself flintknivesand circumcisedthe sonsof Israelat Gibeath-haaraloth.
Then Zipporahtooka flintand cutoffher son'sforeskinand threwit at Moses' feet,and she said,"You are indeeda bridegroomof bloodto me."
ThenJesussaidto His disciples,"Ifanyonewishesto comeafterMe, he must denyhimself,and takeup his crossand followMe.
At that timethe LORDsaidto Joshua,"Makefor yourself flintknivesand circumciseagainthe sonsof Israelthe secondtime."
Thisis the reasonwhyJoshuacircumcisedthem: allthe peoplewho cameout of Egyptwho were males,allthe menof war,diedin the wildernessalong the wayafter they cameout of Egypt.
