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In the Russian Orthodox Church, Do They Do Circumcision or Not?

by Generous Orthodoxy on December 27, 2010

What's the proper way in the russian orthodox church?

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HTacianas_II December 27, 2010 at 1:16 am

Circumcision is not part of Christianity. It never has been.

OPsaltis December 27, 2010 at 1:36 am

Eastern Orthodox in general do not circumcise as a religious practice. It was left behind with many other Jewish practices in the very first years of Christianity.

Baptism has taken the place of circumcision as entrance into the family of God.

Circumcision for other reasons, such as medical necessity, is not prohibited.

Blessings.
/Orthodox

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