reproach of Egypt] That is, contracted in Egypt, because the Israelites following the example of the uncircumcised Egyptians rather then Gods commandment, had left this reproach upon their children, That they had not the sacrament of Gods covenant, but had their fore-skin still on them to their shame, Genesis 34:14. Some hereby understand that reproach which the Egyptians would have cast upon God and his people, if they could not have entred into the land of promise. See Deuteronomy 9:28. Numbers 14:16. from off you] That is, which would have layen upon you. Gilgal] Because the reproach which was rolled or turned away, when as by circumcision they renewed their covenant with God.