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Exodus 22:30

Exodus 22:31-1964 bbe — You are to be holy men to me: the flesh of no animal whose death has been caused by the beasts of the field may be used…

Bible in Basic English

"You are to be holy men to me: the flesh of no animal whose death has been caused by the beasts of the field may be used for your food; it is to be given to the dogs."

— Exodus 22:31-1964, Bible in Basic English

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Exodus 22 — Context

28

You may not say evil of the judges, or put a curse on the ruler of your people.

29

Do not keep back your offerings from the wealth of your grain and your vines. The first of your sons you are to give to me.

30

In the same way with your oxen and your sheep: for seven days let the young one be with its mother; on the eighth day give it to me.

31

You are to be holy men to me: the flesh of no animal whose death has been caused by the beasts of the field may be used for your food; it is to be given to the dogs.

Exodus 22:31-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 22:31-1964 say?
Exodus 22:31-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “You are to be holy men to me: the flesh of no animal whose death has been caused by the beasts of the field may be used for your food; it is to be given to the dogs.”
Where is Exodus 22:31-1964 in the Bible?
Exodus 22:31-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 22, verses 31–1964.
Who wrote Exodus?
Exodus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Exodus about?
Exodus tells of Israel's deliverance from slavery in Egypt and the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai. Through the plagues, the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the covenant at Sinai, God reveals himself as Redeemer and comes to dwell among his people in the tabernacle.
What are the major themes of Exodus?
Exodus explores themes including Deliverance, Covenant, Law, God's Presence, Worship, Redemption. These themes shape the meaning and context of Exodus 22:31-1964.
What translation should I read Exodus 22:31-1964 in?
Exodus 22:31-1964 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 Exodus 22:31-1964?
Exodus 22:31-1964 reads (BBE): “You are to be holy men to me: the flesh of no animal whose death has been caused by the beasts of the field may be used for your food; it is to be given to the dogs.” 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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