Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Of all the animals that walk on all fours, those that walk on their paws are unclean for you; whoever touches their carcasses will be unclean till evening. New Living Translation Of the animals that walk on all fours, those that have paws are unclean. If you touch the carcass of such an animal, you will be defiled until evening. English Standard Version And all that walk on their paws, among the animals that go on all fours, are unclean to you. Whoever touches their carcass shall be unclean until the evening, Berean Standard Bible All the four-footed animals that walk on their paws are unclean for you; whoever touches their carcasses will be unclean until evening, King James Bible And whatsoever goeth upon his paws, among all manner of beasts that go on all four, those are unclean unto you: whoso toucheth their carcase shall be unclean until the even. New King James Version And whatever goes on its paws, among all kinds of animals that go on all fours, those are unclean to you. Whoever touches any such carcass shall be unclean until evening. New American Standard Bible Also whatever walks on its paws, among all the creatures that walk on all fours, are unclean to you; whoever touches their carcasses becomes unclean until evening, NASB 1995 Also whatever walks on its paws, among all the creatures that walk on all fours, are unclean to you; whoever touches their carcasses becomes unclean until evening, NASB 1977 ‘Also whatever walks on its paws, among all the creatures that walk on all fours, are unclean to you; whoever touches their carcasses becomes unclean until evening, Legacy Standard Bible Also whatever walks on its paws, among all the creatures that walk on all fours, are unclean to you; whoever touches their carcasses becomes unclean until evening, Amplified Bible Also all animals that walk on their paws, among all kinds of animals that walk on four legs, are unclean to you; whoever touches their carcasses becomes unclean until the evening, Christian Standard Bible All the four-footed animals that walk on their paws are unclean for you. Whoever touches their carcasses will be unclean until evening, Holman Christian Standard Bible All the four-footed animals that walk on their paws are unclean for you. Whoever touches their carcasses will be unclean until evening, American Standard Version And whatsoever goeth upon its paws, among all beasts that go on all fours, they are unclean unto you: whoso toucheth their carcass shall be unclean until the even. English Revised Version And whatsoever goeth upon its paws, among all beasts that go on all four, they are unclean unto you: whoso toucheth their carcase shall be unclean until the even. GOD'S WORD® Translation All four-legged animals that walk on their paws are unclean for you. Whoever touches their dead bodies will be unclean until evening. International Standard Version Among the animals, anything that walks on their paws and on four legs is unclean for you. Anyone who touches their carcasses becomes unclean until evening. NET Bible All that walk on their paws among all the creatures that walk on all fours are unclean to you. Anyone who touches their carcass will be unclean until the evening, New Heart English Bible Whatever goes on its paws, among all animals that go on all fours, they are unclean to you. Whoever touches their carcass shall be unclean until the evening. Webster's Bible Translation And whatever goeth upon its paws, among all manner of beasts that go on all four, those are unclean to you: whoever toucheth their carcass shall be unclean until the evening. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAll the four-footed animals that walk on their paws are unclean for you; whoever touches their carcasses will be unclean until evening, World English Bible Whatever goes on its paws, among all animals that go on all fours, they are unclean to you. Whoever touches their carcass shall be unclean until the evening. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd anything going on its paws, among all the beasts which are going on four—they [are] unclean to you; anyone who is coming against their carcass is unclean until the evening; Young's Literal Translation And any one going on its paws, among all the beasts which are going on four -- unclean they are to you; any one who is coming against their carcase is unclean until the evening; Smith's Literal Translation And every one going upon his hands among all beasts going upon four, they are unclean to you: every one touching upon their carcass shall be unclean till evening. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThat which walketh upon hands of all animals which go on all four, shall be unclean: he that shall touch their carcasses shall be defiled until evening. Catholic Public Domain Version Whatever walks upon its hands, out of all the animals that advance on all fours, shall be unclean. Whoever will have touched their carcasses shall be polluted until evening. New American Bible Also by the various quadrupeds that walk on paws; they are unclean for you; anyone who touches their carcasses shall be unclean until evening, New Revised Standard Version All that walk on their paws, among the animals that walk on all fours, are unclean for you; whoever touches the carcass of any of them shall be unclean until the evening, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd whatever goes upon his paws, among all manner of beasts that go on all fours, are unclean to you; whosoever touches their carcasses shall be unclean until the evening. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And everything that walks on its hands of every creature that walks on four is defiled to you, and everyone touching their corpses shall be defiled until evening. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And whatsoever goeth upon its paws, among all beasts that go on all fours, they are unclean unto you; whoso toucheth their carcass shall be unclean until the even. Brenton Septuagint Translation And every one among all the wild beasts that moves upon its fore feet, which goes on all four, is unclean to you; every one that touches their dead bodies shall be unclean till evening. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Clean and Unclean Animals…26Every animal with hooves not completely divided or that does not chew the cud is unclean for you. Whoever touches any of them will be unclean. 27All the four-footed animals that walk on their paws are unclean for you; whoever touches their carcasses will be unclean until evening, 28and anyone who picks up a carcass must wash his clothes, and he will be unclean until evening. They are unclean for you.… Cross References Deuteronomy 14:7-8 But of those that chew the cud or have a completely divided hoof, you are not to eat the following: the camel, the rabbit, or the rock badger. Although they chew the cud, they do not have a divided hoof. They are unclean for you, / as well as the pig; though it has a divided hoof, it does not chew the cud. It is unclean for you. You must not eat its meat or touch its carcass. Acts 10:12-15 It contained all kinds of four-footed animals and reptiles of the earth, as well as birds of the air. / Then a voice said to him: “Get up, Peter, kill and eat!” / “No, Lord!” Peter answered. “I have never eaten anything impure or unclean.” ... Isaiah 66:17 “Those who consecrate and purify themselves to enter the groves—to follow one in the center of those who eat the flesh of swine and vermin and rats—will perish together,” declares the LORD. Mark 7:18-19 “Are you still so dull?” He asked. “Do you not understand? Nothing that enters a man from the outside can defile him, / because it does not enter his heart, but it goes into the stomach and then is eliminated.” (Thus all foods are clean.) Romans 14:14 I am convinced and fully persuaded in the Lord Jesus that nothing is unclean in itself. But if anyone regards something as unclean, then for him it is unclean. Genesis 7:2 You are to take with you seven pairs of every kind of clean animal, a male and its mate; a pair of every kind of unclean animal, a male and its mate; Matthew 15:11 A man is not defiled by what enters his mouth, but by what comes out of it.” 1 Timothy 4:4-5 For every creation of God is good, and nothing that is received with thanksgiving should be rejected, / because it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer. Ezekiel 4:14 “Ah, Lord GOD,” I said, “I have never defiled myself. From my youth until now I have not eaten anything found dead or mauled by wild beasts. No unclean meat has ever entered my mouth.” Colossians 2:16-17 Therefore let no one judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a feast, a New Moon, or a Sabbath. / These are a shadow of the things to come, but the body that casts it belongs to Christ. Genesis 8:20 Then Noah built an altar to the LORD. And taking from every kind of clean animal and clean bird, he offered burnt offerings on the altar. Acts 11:6-9 I looked at it closely and saw four-footed animals of the earth, wild beasts, reptiles, and birds of the air. / Then I heard a voice saying to me, ‘Get up, Peter, kill and eat.’ / ‘No, Lord,’ I said, ‘for nothing impure or unclean has ever entered my mouth.’ ... 1 Corinthians 10:25-26 Eat anything sold in the meat market without raising questions of conscience, / for, “The earth is the Lord’s, and the fullness thereof.” Hosea 9:3 They will not remain in the land of the LORD; Ephraim will return to Egypt and eat unclean food in Assyria. Romans 14:20 Do not destroy the work of God for the sake of food. All food is clean, but it is wrong for a man to let his eating be a stumbling block. Treasury of Scripture And whatever goes on his paws, among all manner of beasts that go on all four, those are unclean to you: whoever touches their carcass shall be unclean until the even. Leviticus 11:20,23 All fowls that creep, going upon all four, shall be an abomination unto you… Jump to Previous Animals Ball Beast Beasts Body Carcass Carcasses Creatures Dead Evening Foot Four Four-Footed Fours Goes Manner Paws Touches Toucheth Touching Unclean Walk Walks Whatever WhatsoeverJump to Next Animals Ball Beast Beasts Body Carcass Carcasses Creatures Dead Evening Foot Four Four-Footed Fours Goes Manner Paws Touches Toucheth Touching Unclean Walk Walks Whatever WhatsoeverLeviticus 11 1. What animals may be eaten4. and what may not be eaten 9. What fishes 13. What fowls 29. The creeping things which are unclean All the four-footed animals that walk on their paws This phrase refers to animals that move on all fours and have paws, such as dogs, cats, and other similar creatures. In the context of ancient Israel, these animals were considered unclean for consumption. The distinction between clean and unclean animals is a recurring theme in Leviticus, reflecting God's covenant with Israel and their call to be set apart from other nations. The classification of animals is not arbitrary but serves to instill a sense of holiness and obedience to God's commands. This separation can also be seen as a precursor to the spiritual separation from sin that is fulfilled in Christ, who calls believers to live holy lives. are unclean for you whoever touches their carcasses will be unclean until evening Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe primary human author of Leviticus, who received the laws from God and communicated them to the Israelites. 2. Israelites The recipients of the Levitical laws, including dietary restrictions, as part of their covenant relationship with God. 3. Mount Sinai The location where God delivered the laws to Moses, including the dietary laws found in Leviticus. 4. Unclean Animals Specifically, four-footed animals that walk on paws, which are deemed unclean for the Israelites to touch or consume. 5. Evening The time by which those who become unclean by touching carcasses are considered clean again, marking a new day in the Hebrew tradition. Teaching Points Holiness and DistinctionThe dietary laws in Leviticus were given to set the Israelites apart as God's holy people. As Christians, we are called to live distinct lives that reflect God's holiness. Understanding Uncleanness The concept of uncleanness in Leviticus points to the broader spiritual truth of sin and separation from God. It reminds us of the need for spiritual cleansing through Christ. Cultural and Historical Context Recognizing the cultural and historical context of Levitical laws helps us understand their purpose and relevance. While the specific dietary laws are not binding on Christians, the principles of obedience and holiness remain. New Covenant Freedom In Christ, we have freedom from the ceremonial laws, including dietary restrictions. This freedom should be exercised with love and consideration for others' consciences. Spiritual Cleanliness The focus of the New Testament shifts from external cleanliness to internal purity. Believers are encouraged to examine their hearts and live in a way that honors God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 11:27?2. How does Leviticus 11:27 guide us in discerning clean and unclean animals? 3. What spiritual principles can we derive from Leviticus 11:27's dietary laws? 4. How does Leviticus 11:27 connect to New Testament teachings on purity? 5. In what ways can Leviticus 11:27 influence our daily lifestyle choices? 6. How does understanding Leviticus 11:27 enhance our appreciation for God's holiness? 7. Why does Leviticus 11:27 prohibit eating animals with paws? 8. How does Leviticus 11:27 align with modern dietary practices? 9. What is the historical context of Leviticus 11:27's dietary laws? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 11? 11. What foods are mentioned in the Bible? 12. Leviticus 27:9-10: Why would a sacred vow be transferable or exchangeable if the offering is truly consecrated to God? 13. If Leviticus 5:2 considers touching an unclean creature as sin, even unknowingly, how can ignorance be morally blameworthy? 14. What does 'unclean until evening' mean? What Does Leviticus 11:27 Mean All the four-footed animals“ ‘All the four-footed animals…’ ” (Leviticus 11:27). • God begins by addressing every land creature that moves on four legs. Earlier He had sorted land animals by two traits—splitting the hoof and chewing the cud (Leviticus 11:2-3). • This broader phrase reminds Israel that His ownership extends over “every beast of the forest” (Psalm 50:10) and that He alone decides what is fit for His covenant people. • The list in Deuteronomy 14:3-8 echoes this same classification, proving the standard was consistent across the Pentateuch. that walk on their paws “…that walk on their paws…” • Paws set these animals apart from herd animals with hooves. Think of lions, dogs, wolves, cats—predators or scavengers whose diets often include blood or carrion. • Just one verse earlier, God had ruled out “every animal that does not have a divided hoof or does not chew the cud” (Leviticus 11:26). Paws therefore place a creature outside the clean category. • By avoiding paw-walkers, Israel stayed clear of creatures likelier to carry disease or consume un–drained blood, preserving both ritual purity and physical health (see Exodus 15:26). are unclean for you “…are unclean for you…” • “Unclean” does not mean sinful in itself; it designates ceremonial incompatibility with worship (Leviticus 20:25). • Cleanness laws acted like living parables, teaching Israel to “distinguish between the holy and the common” (Leviticus 10:10) and pointing to humanity’s deeper need for heart purity (Psalm 24:3-4). • Though Christ later declared “all foods clean” (Mark 7:19) and showed the vision of clean/unclean animals to Peter (Acts 10:11-15), the original command highlighted God’s right to set boundaries for His people. whoever touches their carcasses “…whoever touches their carcasses…” • Even contact with a dead body of such an animal spread impurity (Leviticus 11:24). • Practical wisdom lies underneath: carcasses harbor decay and disease (Numbers 19:11-13 uses similar language for human corpses). • The restriction cultivated reverence, reminding each Israelite that holiness could be lost through careless contact, much like “bad company corrupts good character” (1 Corinthians 15:33). will be unclean until evening “…will be unclean until evening.” • The uncleanness lasted only to sundown, when a new day began ritually (Leviticus 22:6-7). • God balanced holiness with mercy; He did not bar worshipers indefinitely but taught them separation, washing, and waiting (Leviticus 15:5-11). • The sunset reset anticipated the once-for-all cleansing believers now enjoy through Christ, who “offered one sacrifice for sins forever” (Hebrews 10:12). summary Leviticus 11:27 singles out four-legged, paw-walking animals as ceremonially off-limits, illustrating God’s authority to define purity. Touching their dead bodies spread temporary impurity, teaching Israel to guard holiness in every sphere of life. While Christ has fulfilled the dietary law, the passage still calls believers to honor God’s boundaries, pursue practical wisdom, and appreciate the greater cleansing provided in the gospel. (27) And whatsoever goeth upon his paws.--Rather, and whatsoever goeth upon his palms, that is, those animals whose feet are not divided into two parts, but which have feet with fingers like a hand, such as the lion, the bear, the ape, the wolf, the cat, &c.Hebrew Allוְכֹ֣ל ׀ (wə·ḵōl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the four-footed הוֹלֵ֣ךְ (hō·w·lêḵ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk animals הַֽחַיָּה֙ (ha·ḥay·yāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2416: Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life that walk הַהֹלֶ֣כֶת (ha·hō·le·ḵeṯ) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - feminine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk on עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against their paws כַּפָּ֗יו (kap·pāw) Noun - fdc | third person masculine singular Strong's 3709: Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan are unclean for you; טְמֵאִ֥ים (ṭə·mê·’îm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 2931: Unclean whoever כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every touches הַנֹּגֵ֥עַ (han·nō·ḡê·a‘) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 5060: To touch, lay the hand upon, to reach, violently, to strike their carcasses בְּנִבְלָתָ֖ם (bə·niḇ·lā·ṯām) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 5038: A flabby thing, a carcase, carrion, an idol will be unclean יִטְמָ֥א (yiṭ·mā) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2930: To be or become unclean until עַד־ (‘aḏ-) Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while evening, הָעָֽרֶב׃ (hā·‘ā·reḇ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6153: Evening Links Leviticus 11:27 NIVLeviticus 11:27 NLT Leviticus 11:27 ESV Leviticus 11:27 NASB Leviticus 11:27 KJV Leviticus 11:27 BibleApps.com Leviticus 11:27 Biblia Paralela Leviticus 11:27 Chinese Bible Leviticus 11:27 French Bible Leviticus 11:27 Catholic Bible OT Law: Leviticus 11:27 Whatever goes on its paws among all (Le Lv Lev.) |
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