Leviticus 22:24 Meaning and Explanation
“Ye shall not offer unto the LORD that which is bruised, or crushed, or broken, or cut; neither shall ye make any offering thereof in your land.”
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Read Full Chapter →Animals that are bruised, crushed, broken, or cut cannot be offered at all, anywhere in Israel.
The Context of Leviticus 22:24
Injured animals are forbidden entirely; no exceptions for freewill offerings.
What Does Leviticus 22:24 Mean?
This law draws a stricter line than the previous verse. Animals with injuries—whether from accident or mistreatment—are completely forbidden, even as freewill offerings. The repeated mention of damage ('bruised, or crushed, or broken, or cut') emphasizes that any significant injury disqualifies the animal.
The phrase 'neither shall ye make any offering thereof in your land' means this applies everywhere in Israel, not just at the sanctuary. The standard is universal and absolute for these injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 22:24
What does Leviticus 22:24 mean?
Animals that are bruised, crushed, broken, or cut cannot be offered at all, anywhere in Israel.
What is the context of Leviticus 22:24?
Injured animals are forbidden entirely; no exceptions for freewill offerings.