Leviticus 11:24
Leviticus 11:24 Meaning and Explanation
“And for these ye shall be unclean: whosoever toucheth the carcase of them shall be unclean until the even.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Touching the carcass of an unclean creature makes a person unclean until evening.
The Context of Leviticus 11:24
Consequences of contact with unclean animals begin.
What Does Leviticus 11:24 Mean?
The law now shifts from eating rules to contact rules. Touching a dead unclean animal transmits uncleanness to the person, lasting until sunset.
This teaches reverence for boundaries. The body of an unclean creature carries a spiritual consequence that the person must observe and remedy through time and washing.
Leviticus 11:24 in the Original Language
tame (טָמֵא), 'unclean' — a state of separation from the holy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 11:24
What does Leviticus 11:24 mean?
Touching the carcass of an unclean creature makes a person unclean until evening.
What is the context of Leviticus 11:24?
Consequences of contact with unclean animals begin.