Because of this the new generation of Israelites had not been circumcised and did not bear the sign of the covenant upon them. Israel was preparing to war against the nations of Canaan, yet at this time, God commanded them to be circumcised.
Ang Israel ay naghahanda sa pakikipaglaban laban sa mga bansa ng Canaan, ngunit sa panahon na ito, iniutos Ng Dios na sila ay tuliin.