Leviticus 11:43
Leviticus 11:43 Meaning and Explanation
“Ye shall not make yourselves abominable with any creeping thing that creepeth, neither shall ye make yourselves unclean with them, that ye should be defiled thereby.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Eating creeping things makes the people abominable and defiled; they must avoid such defilement.
The Context of Leviticus 11:43
Personal consequence of eating abominable creatures.
What Does Leviticus 11:43 Mean?
The law connects the creature's status to the person's status. Consuming what is abominable transfers that quality to the eater.
Avoidance of creeping things becomes self-care. The people are not merely following rules; they are protecting their own holiness and standing.
Leviticus 11:43 in the Original Language
tum'ah (טֻמְאָה), 'defilement' — a state of separation requiring restoration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 11:43
What does Leviticus 11:43 mean?
Eating creeping things makes the people abominable and defiled; they must avoid such defilement.
What is the context of Leviticus 11:43?
Personal consequence of eating abominable creatures.