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Genesis 17:13

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13 He who is born in thy house, and he who is bought with thy money, must be circumcised; and my covenant shall be in your flesh for an everlasting covenant.

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Arcana Coelestia #2038

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2038. 'And your seed after you' means those who have faith in Him. This is clear from the meaning of 'seed' as faith springing from charity, dealt with already.

  
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