Leviticus 7:20 Meaning and Explanation
“But the soul that eateth of the flesh of the sacrifice of peace offerings, that pertain unto the LORD, having his uncleanness upon him, even that soul shall be cut off from his people.”
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Read Full Chapter →Anyone who eats the offering while in an unclean state is cut off from the community.
The Context of Leviticus 7:20
Describing the consequence of eating the offering while personally unclean.
What Does Leviticus 7:20 Mean?
Personal uncleanness (from bodily discharge, contact with the dead, skin disease, or other factors) made an individual ritually unfit. Eating the holy offering while unclean was a grave transgression that severed the person from the covenant community.
Being 'cut off' signified expulsion or loss of standing within Israel. The severity reflected the offering's sanctity—approaching holy things while unclean mocked God and the offering's purpose, requiring removal from the community to maintain holiness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 7:20
What does Leviticus 7:20 mean?
Anyone who eats the offering while in an unclean state is cut off from the community.
What is the context of Leviticus 7:20?
Describing the consequence of eating the offering while personally unclean.