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This website is not connected with, nor endorsed by, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Views here are those of the authors. The information provided here is intended to help fellow members discuss, study and weigh in on an uncomfortable topic in a faith promoting environment: Therefore, no explicit images are displayed. Articles here are typically sympathetic towards the abrahamic practice but skeptical towards the modern practice. We earnestly challenge you, our reader, to sincerely study and to ask God your hard questions about ancient biblical circumcision and modern posthectomy
Our Challenge
The circumcision decision is a difficult decision. We invite you to bring Heavenly Father into that decision. Doctrine and Covenants 9:8 outlines the process for receiving revelation.
8 But, behold, I say unto you, that you must study it out in your mind; then you must ask me if it be right, and if it is right I will cause that your bosom shall burn within you; therefore, you shall feel that it is right. [Emphasis added]
This website is meant to be a resource to study it out. Study questions are included throughout to help you consider different aspects of this complicated issue.
Thus our challenge to you is:
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Study the History, and LDS beliefs surrounding circumcision and to analyze the Health and Cultural reasons for modern circumcision (posthectomy).
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Ask your Heavenly Father what would be right in your decision(s) with circumcision. And, ask Him your questions that you have during your study.
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Ask your Heavenly Father what he would have you do. Then, go forth in faith knowing your individual actions are in harmony with God's will.
We commend you in your efforts and sincerity in striving to bless your family. We hope that you receive guidance and inspiration as you faithfully study and ponder on this difficult topic.