Leviticus 7:24

And the fat of the beast that dieth of itself, and the fat of that which is torn with beasts, may be used in any other use: but ye shall in no wise eat of it.

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Other Translations for Leviticus 7:24

BSB

The fat of an animal found dead or mauled by wild beasts may be used for any other purpose, but you must not eat it.

AKJV

And the fat of the beast that dies of itself, and the fat of that which is torn with beasts, may be used in any other use: but you shall in no wise eat of it.

CPDV

The fat of a carcass that has died on its own, or of an animal that has been seized by a wild beast, you shall have for various uses.

ERV

And the fat of that which dieth of itself, and the fat of that which is torn of beasts, may be used for any other service: but ye shall in no wise eat of it.

NHEB

The fat of that which dies of itself, and the fat of that which is torn of animals, may be used for any other service, but you shall in no way eat of it.

SMT

And the fat of a carcass, and the fat of the torn in pieces shall be worked for all work; and eating, ye shall not eat it.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Leviticus 7:24

AndthefatH2459Noun MasculineofthebeastthatdiethofitselfH5038Noun FeminineandthefatH2459Noun MasculineofthatwhichistornwithbeastsH2966Noun FemininemaybeusedH6213VerbinanyotheruseH4399Noun FemininebutyeshallinnowiseH398Verb eatH398Verbofit

Commentary for Leviticus 7:24

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

Overview of Leviticus 7:24

Summary

Animal fat from dead animals usable for non-consumption purposes

Event

Alternative fat usage permitted

Estimated Time Period

c. 1450 BC