Joshua 5:2

At that time the LORD said unto Joshua, Make thee sharp knives, and circumcise again the children of Israel the second time.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Joshua 5:2

BSB
At that time the LORD said to Joshua, "Make flint knives and circumcise the sons of Israel once again."
AKJV
At that time the LORD said to Joshua, Make you sharp knives, and circumcise again the children of Israel the second time.
CPDV
So at that time, the Lord said to Joshua: "Make for yourself knives of stone, and circumcise the sons of Israel a second time."
ERV
At that time the LORD said unto Joshua, Make thee knives of flint, and circumcise again the children of Israel the second time.
NHEB
At that time, the LORD said to Joshua, "Make flint knives, and circumcise again the children of Israel."
SMT
In that time Jehovah said to Joshua, Make to thee swords of stone, and turning back, circumcise the sons of Israel the second time.

Commentary for Joshua 5:2

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Joshua 5:2
Summary
Command to perform ritual circumcision ceremony
Place
Promised Land entry
Event
Divine command for circumcision
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400-1200 BC
Category
Ritual