The majority of people, not only Christians are repulsed by the idea of circumcision for the same reason as most people are repulsed by the idea of amputating any part of the body without good reason. if a limb is diseased and the disease can not be treated then it stands to reason that it may have to be removed to protect the health or life of the person. however no such criterion exists in the case of circumcision. the removal of the foreskin leads to all kinds of sexual problems and if an infant is subjected to it it may even lead to permanent psychological and other heath problems.
Christians, according to Paul may keep their foreskins. Otherwise, Christians don't have any policy on circumcision. Mormons, Christian Scientists, and the Amish are forbidden by their religion to be circumcised because they are forbidden to alter the body.
Circumcision is mentioned in the book of Genesis in the Christian Old Testament.
Circumcision is not a part of Christian tradition.
Yes, in Christian theology, baptism is often considered the new circumcision, symbolizing a spiritual cleansing and initiation into the faith.
Circumcision is not necessary for salvation in most Christian beliefs. Salvation is typically based on faith in Jesus Christ, not on physical rituals like circumcision.
Christian Scientists
In the Christian faith, baptism is seen as a spiritual equivalent to circumcision in the Jewish faith. Both are considered rites of initiation into the respective religious communities.
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People say that Barack Obama's a Christian, right? Of, course! Well, what about his pastor. If he is a Christian. How can he have and support a pastor that preaches and talks about HATE! Then, how in this lost world can he be a Christian supporting a Pastor who preaches about Hate? How? Its junk!
In Jewish Law, the baby is Jewish because of the mother, so he can have the ritual circumcision.
Yes, in Christian theology, baptism is often seen as replacing circumcision as a sign of initiation into the faith. Both practices symbolize a covenant relationship with God, but baptism is considered the New Testament equivalent in Christianity.
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