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Exodus 22:30

Exodus 22:31 net — “You will be holy people to me; you must not eat any meat torn by animals in the field. You must throw it to the dogs.

NET Bible

"“You will be holy people to me; you must not eat any meat torn by animals in the field. You must throw it to the dogs."

— Exodus 22:31, NET Bible

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Exodus 22 — Context

28

“You must not blaspheme God or curse the ruler of your people.

29

“Do not hold back offerings from your granaries or your vats. You must give me the firstborn of your sons.

30

You must also do this for your oxen and for your sheep; seven days they may remain with their mothers, but give them to me on the eighth day.

31

“You will be holy people to me; you must not eat any meat torn by animals in the field. You must throw it to the dogs.

Exodus 22:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 22:31 say?
Exodus 22:31 in the NET Bible reads: ““You will be holy people to me; you must not eat any meat torn by animals in the field. You must throw it to the dogs.”
Where is Exodus 22:31 in the Bible?
Exodus 22:31 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 22, verse 31.
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.
What translation should I read Exodus 22:31 in?
Exodus 22:31 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?
Exodus 22:31 reads (NET): ““You will be holy people to me; you must not eat any meat torn by animals in the field. You must throw it 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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