Leviticus 11:5
Leviticus 11:5 Meaning and Explanation
“And the coney, because he cheweth the cud, but divideth not the hoof; he is unclean unto you.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The coney (rock badger) is unclean despite chewing the cud, as it lacks split hooves.
The Context of Leviticus 11:5
Second exception: the coney.
What Does Leviticus 11:5 Mean?
The coney is named as a second example of an animal failing one criterion. Like the camel, it is disqualified from the clean category by the absence of cloven hooves.
The law reinforces the principle through repeated examples. Each animal that falls short illustrates the consistency of the standard.
Leviticus 11:5 in the Original Language
shaphan (שָׁפָן), 'coney' — a small rock-dwelling mammal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 11:5
What does Leviticus 11:5 mean?
The coney (rock badger) is unclean despite chewing the cud, as it lacks split hooves.
What is the context of Leviticus 11:5?
Second exception: the coney.