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Swine, commonly referred to as pigs, hold a significant place in biblical texts, symbolizing both physical and spiritual concepts. In the Bible, swine are often associated with uncleanness and are used metaphorically to convey moral and spiritual lessons.

Old Testament References

In the Old Testament, swine are explicitly mentioned in the dietary laws given to the Israelites. According to Leviticus 11:7-8 , "And the pig, though it has a split hoof completely divided, does not chew the cud; it is unclean for you. You must not eat their meat or touch their carcasses; they are unclean for you." This prohibition is reiterated in Deuteronomy 14:8, emphasizing the pig's status as an unclean animal. The dietary laws served to set the Israelites apart from other nations and to instill a sense of holiness and obedience to God's commands.

The swine's unclean status is further highlighted in Isaiah 65:4 and 66:3,17, where the consumption of swine's flesh is associated with idolatrous practices and is condemned by God. These passages underscore the spiritual implications of disobedience and the importance of maintaining purity in worship.

New Testament References

In the New Testament, swine are mentioned in several key passages, often carrying symbolic meaning. One of the most notable references is found in the account of Jesus casting demons into a herd of pigs in the region of the Gadarenes. In Mark 5:11-13 , it is recorded, "There on the nearby hillside a large herd of pigs was feeding. So the demons begged Jesus, 'Send us to the pigs, so that we may enter them.' He gave them permission, and the unclean spirits came out and went into the pigs. The herd of about two thousand rushed down the steep bank into the sea and drowned in the water." This event demonstrates Jesus' authority over evil spirits and serves as a powerful illustration of the destructive nature of sin.

Another significant mention of swine is found in Matthew 7:6 , where Jesus warns, "Do not give dogs what is holy; do not throw your pearls before swine. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and then turn and tear you to pieces." Here, swine symbolize those who are unable or unwilling to appreciate the value of spiritual truths, highlighting the need for discernment in sharing the gospel.

Cultural and Symbolic Significance

Throughout biblical history, swine have been emblematic of uncleanness and moral corruption. Their presence in Scripture serves as a reminder of the importance of holiness and the consequences of straying from God's commandments. The metaphorical use of swine in the teachings of Jesus further emphasizes the need for spiritual discernment and the recognition of the sacredness of divine truths.

In summary, swine in the Bible are more than just animals; they are potent symbols of spiritual lessons that continue to resonate with believers, reminding them of the call to purity and the wisdom required in sharing the message of the Kingdom of God.
Strong's Hebrew
2386. chazir -- swine, boar
... 2385, 2386. chazir. 2387 . swine, boar. Transliteration: chazir Phonetic
Spelling: (khaz-eer') Short Definition: swine's. Word Origin ...
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But Neither do the Jews Pride Themselves Upon Abstaining from ...
... Chapter XLIX. But neither do the Jews pride themselves upon abstaining from
swine's flesh? But neither do the Jews pride themselves ...
/.../origen/origen against celsus/chapter xlix but neither do.htm

Faustus Repels the Insinuation that the Prophecy of Paul with ...
... taught doctrines of devils, and were the interpreters of a lying and malignant spirit;
since they enjoin with great emphasis abstinence from swine's flesh and ...
/.../faustus repels the insinuation that.htm

Let that which was Then Said by Our Lord be the General Maxim for ...
... with this perfect note, and it be marred by the succeeding [1457] discord of the
soul, this thing becomes but "the jewel of gold in the swine's snout [1458 ...
/.../gregory/gregory of nyssa dogmatic treatises etc/chapter xvii let that which.htm

Psalm XVII.
... "They have been filled with swine's flesh." They have been filled with
uncleanness, treading under foot the pearls of God's words. ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm xvii.htm

Prayers and Praise from a Pure Mind, Ceaselessly Offered, Far ...
... So also, in particular, the Jews abstain from swine's flesh on the ground of this
animal being unclean; since more than the other animals it roots up, and ...
/.../clement/the stromata or miscellanies/chapter vi prayers and praise from.htm

Faustus is Willing to Admit that Christ May have Said that He came ...
... Those people, moreover, whom I allude to, practise circumcision, and keep the Sabbath,
and abstain from swine's flesh and such like things, according to the law ...
/.../faustus is willing to admit.htm

The Syrian Persecution.
... Gerizim, the Sabbath was abolished, so was circumcision, and on the day of the king's
birth, in each month, the Jews were forced to eat swine's flesh, and ...
/.../yonge/the chosen people/lesson xvii the syrian persecution.htm

Secondly, to Assign Some Reasons Why Christians must Make this the ...
... an ox is as if he slew a man; he that sacrifices a lamb, as if he cut off a dog's
neck; he that offereth an oblation, as if he offered swine's blood; he that ...
/.../flavel/on keeping the heart/secondly to assign some reasons.htm

In Every Sinful Man and Woman that is Bound in Deadly Sin...
... For he is not worthy of life, nor to be fed with swine's-meat. All creatures
shall be stirred in His vengeance in the day of Doom. ...
/.../chapter i in every sinful.htm

The Fourth Book
... The sacred word bore witness to this in the divine writings, saying: "As a jewel
of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion ...
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Thesaurus
Swine's (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Swine's (3 Occurrences). Proverbs 11:22 As a jewel of
gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion. ...
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Swine (15 Occurrences)
... A herd of swine were drowned in the Sea of Galilee (Luke 8:32, 33). ...Swine secrete
a large amount of subcutaneous fat, which, when extracted, is known as lard. ...
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Swing (3 Occurrences)

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Vaults (3 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 65:4 that sit among the graves, and lodge in the secret places; that eat
swine's flesh, and broth of abominable things is in their vessels; (See JPS). ...
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Nosejewels
... noz-ju'-elz, -joo'-elz (nezem (probably from nazam, "muzzle") a "nose-ring," or
"nose-jewel," so rendered in Isaiah 3:21; "jewel in a swine's snout," Proverbs ...
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Nose-jewels (1 Occurrence)
... noz-ju'-elz, -joo'-elz (nezem (probably from nazam, "muzzle") a "nose-ring," or
"nose-jewel," so rendered in Isaiah 3:21; "jewel in a swine's snout," Proverbs ...
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Jewel (12 Occurrences)
... stamp. (Root in BBE). Proverbs 11:22 As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout,
so is a fair woman which is without discretion. (KJV WBS). ...
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Ring (33 Occurrences)
... 24. (vt) To fit with a ring or with rings, as the fingers, or a swine's snout. 25.
(vi) To rise in the air spirally. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. RING. ...
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Delighteth (23 Occurrences)
... an ox is as if he slew a man; he that sacrificeth a lamb, as if he cut off a dog's
neck; he that offereth an oblation, as if he offered swine's blood; he that ...
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Memorial-offering (1 Occurrence)
... is as he that slayeth a man; he that sacrificeth a lamb, as he that breaketh a dog's
neck; he that offereth an oblation, as he that offereth'swine's blood; he ...
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Swine's (3 Occurrences)

Proverbs 11:22
As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion.
(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV)

Isaiah 65:4
Which remain among the graves, and lodge in the monuments, which eat swine's flesh, and broth of abominable things is in their vessels;
(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV)

Isaiah 66:17
They that sanctify themselves, and purify themselves in the gardens behind one tree in the midst, eating swine's flesh, and the abomination, and the mouse, shall be consumed together, saith the LORD.
(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV)

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