Leviticus 17:3
Leviticus 17:3 Meaning and Explanation
“What man soever there be of the house of Israel, that killeth an ox, or lamb, or goat, in the camp, or that killeth it out of the camp,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Israelites must not slaughter animals without bringing them to the tabernacle.
The Context of Leviticus 17:3
God restricts where livestock may be slaughtered.
What Does Leviticus 17:3 Mean?
Any Israelite who kills livestock—whether ox, lamb, or goat, anywhere and anytime—comes under this regulation. The law addresses a practical daily activity: securing meat for food was a normal necessity in agrarian life.
By regulating where and how animals are killed, the Lord centralizes worship and maintains the tabernacle's role as the sacred center of community life.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 17:3
What does Leviticus 17:3 mean?
Israelites must not slaughter animals without bringing them to the tabernacle.
What is the context of Leviticus 17:3?
God restricts where livestock may be slaughtered.