For one to be a part of the tribe of Israel at this time was circumcision for the man. The sons of Abraham understood this and used it to enact a plan of revenge. This practice was passed down through the Abraham family and was most probably known by Moses as well. How could God send him to be His lawgiver when he wasn't even obeying this command. The reason some scholars believe this happened at this time was because it was the eighth day after his second son was born. Whatever the reason God relented bringing death to Moses when the child was circumcised.
For most modern readers, it seems that there should be more explanation. However, for the Israelites who understood the importance of this act, it would have been very clear. Moses was going forth to try and lead Israel without making his child part of Israel.
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