Genesis Chapter 17

The Covenant of Circumcision

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Chapter Summary

God establishes the covenant of circumcision and changes Abram's name

Key Verses

Genesis 17:1 Genesis 17:5 Genesis 17:10

Scripture Content

When Abram was ninety-nine years old the Lord appeared to Abram and said to him, 'I am God Almighty; walk before me, and be blameless. No longer shall your name be called Abram, but your name shall be Abraham, for I have made you the father of a multitude of nations.'

Themes & Topics

Covenant Circumcision Name Change Father