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}}</ref> The Muslim code of religious law (AKA Shariah) recommends performance of circumcision at the age of seven days. In practice, however, Muslim boys are [[circumcised]] at varying ages before puberty.<ref>{{REFbook | }}</ref> The Muslim code of religious law (AKA Shariah) recommends performance of circumcision at the age of seven days. In practice, however, Muslim boys are [[circumcised]] at varying ages before [[puberty]].<ref>{{REFbook | ||
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=== Other religions === | === Other religions === | ||
[[Judaism]] and [[Islam]] are the only religions that advocate [[circumcision]], though many cultures practice it. | |||
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