Leviticus 11:41

And every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth shall be an abomination; it shall not be eaten.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Leviticus 11:41

BSB

Every creature that moves along the ground is detestable; it must not be eaten.

AKJV

And every creeping thing that creeps on the earth shall be an abomination; it shall not be eaten.

CPDV

All that creeps across the earth shall be abominable, neither shall it taken up as food.

ERV

And every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth is an abomination; it shall not be eaten.

NHEB

"'Every swarming thing that swarms on the earth is an abomination. It shall not be eaten.

SMT

And every creeping thing creeping the earth, it is abomination; it shall not be eaten.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Leviticus 11:41

AndeverycreepingthingH8318Noun MasculinethatcreepethH8317VerbupontheearthH776Noun FeminineshallbeanabominationH8263Noun MasculineitshallnotbeeatenH398Verb

Commentary for Leviticus 11:41

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Leviticus 11:41

Summary

Creeping creatures are forbidden for consumption

Event

Dietary law proclaimed

Estimated Time Period

c. 1250 BC