Leviticus 11:9
Leviticus 11:9 Meaning and Explanation
“These shall ye eat of all that are in the waters: whatsoever hath fins and scales in the waters, in the seas, and in the rivers, them shall ye eat.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Water creatures with both fins and scales are clean and may be eaten.
The Context of Leviticus 11:9
Clean aquatic animals: fins and scales required.
What Does Leviticus 11:9 Mean?
The law shifts to aquatic animals. Fish marked by fins and scales—the standard markers of common fish—are permitted.
This simple criterion makes identification straightforward. Fins enable movement in water; scales provide a boundary between the creature and its environment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 11:9
What does Leviticus 11:9 mean?
Water creatures with both fins and scales are clean and may be eaten.
What is the context of Leviticus 11:9?
Clean aquatic animals: fins and scales required.