Leviticus 11:10
Leviticus 11:10 Meaning and Explanation
“And all that have not fins and scales in the seas, and in the rivers, of all that move in the waters, and of any living thing which is in the waters, they shall be an abomination unto you:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →All water creatures without both fins and scales are abominable.
The Context of Leviticus 11:10
Unclean aquatic animals defined broadly.
What Does Leviticus 11:10 Mean?
Shellfish, octopi, eels, and other water-dwellers lacking both markers fall into the forbidden category. The law covers every moving thing in water.
The comprehensive language—'all that move in the waters'—ensures no loophole exists. Any aquatic creature failing the two-part test is abominable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 11:10
What does Leviticus 11:10 mean?
All water creatures without both fins and scales are abominable.
What is the context of Leviticus 11:10?
Unclean aquatic animals defined broadly.