Leviticus 11:26
Leviticus 11:26 Meaning and Explanation
“The carcases of every beast which divideth the hoof, and is not clovenfooted, nor cheweth the cud, are unclean unto you: every one that toucheth them shall be unclean.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Land animals lacking both split hooves and cud-chewing are unclean; touching them transfers uncleanness.
The Context of Leviticus 11:26
Restatement of unclean land animals and contact rule.
What Does Leviticus 11:26 Mean?
This verse restates the land-animal criterion in negative form, then adds the consequence. Any beast missing both markers becomes unclean contact.
The phrasing reminds the reader of the original rule while extending it to touch and contact, not merely eating.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 11:26
What does Leviticus 11:26 mean?
Land animals lacking both split hooves and cud-chewing are unclean; touching them transfers uncleanness.
What is the context of Leviticus 11:26?
Restatement of unclean land animals and contact rule.