Leviticus 11:39
Leviticus 11:39 Meaning and Explanation
“And if any beast, of which ye may eat, die; he that toucheth the carcase thereof shall be unclean until the even.”
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Read Full Chapter →A clean animal that dies still transfers uncleanness through touch until evening.
The Context of Leviticus 11:39
Even clean animals' corpses transfer uncleanness.
What Does Leviticus 11:39 Mean?
Clean beasts, when dead, convey impurity. Contact with the carcass of a permitted animal—whether accidentally or through handling for burial or use—creates the same sunset-bound uncleanness.
Death itself appears to cause uncleanness, independent of the creature's clean or unclean status. All contact with dead flesh requires evening restoration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 11:39
What does Leviticus 11:39 mean?
A clean animal that dies still transfers uncleanness through touch until evening.
What is the context of Leviticus 11:39?
Even clean animals' corpses transfer uncleanness.