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Deuteronomy 14:12 net — These are the ones you may not eat: the eagle, the vulture, the black vulture,

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"These are the ones you may not eat: the eagle, the vulture, the black vulture,"

— Deuteronomy 14:12, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 14 — Context

9

These you may eat from among water creatures: anything with fins and scales you may eat,

10

but whatever does not have fins and scales you may not eat; it is ritually impure to you.

11

All ritually clean birds you may eat.

12

These are the ones you may not eat: the eagle, the vulture, the black vulture,

13

the kite, the black kite, the dayyah after its species,

14

every raven after its species,

15

the ostrich, the owl, the seagull, the falcon after its species,

Deuteronomy 14:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 14:12 say?
Deuteronomy 14:12 in the NET Bible reads: “These are the ones you may not eat: the eagle, the vulture, the black vulture,”
Where is Deuteronomy 14:12 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 14:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 14, verse 12.
Who wrote Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Largely framed as Moses' farewell speeches; the closing chapter narrating his death was likely added by Joshua or a later editor. It was written c. 1406 BC.
What is the book of Deuteronomy about?
Deuteronomy is Moses' final sermons to Israel before they enter the Promised Land — a renewed call to love and obey the LORD. It re-states the Law, rehearses Israel's history, and lays before the people blessing for obedience and curse for rebellion.
What are the major themes of Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy explores themes including Covenant, Love, Obedience, Remembrance, Blessing & Curse. These themes shape the meaning and context of Deuteronomy 14:12.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 14:12 in?
Deuteronomy 14:12 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Deuteronomy 14:12?
Deuteronomy 14:12 reads (NET): “These are the ones you may not eat: the eagle, the vulture, the black vulture,” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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