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Ezekiel 44:31-1964 bbe — The priests may not take for food any bird or beast which has come to a natural death or whose death has been caused by…

Bible in Basic English

"The priests may not take for food any bird or beast which has come to a natural death or whose death has been caused by another animal."

— Ezekiel 44:31-1964, Bible in Basic English

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Ezekiel 44 — Context

28

And they are to have no heritage; I am their heritage: you are to give them no property in Israel; I am their property.

29

Their food is to be the meal offering and the sin-offering and the offering for error; and everything given specially to the Lord in Israel will be theirs.

30

And the best of all the first-fruits of everything, and every offering which is lifted up of all your offerings, will be for the priests: and you are to give the priest the first of your bread-making, so causing a blessing to come on your house.

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The priests may not take for food any bird or beast which has come to a natural death or whose death has been caused by another animal.

Ezekiel 44:31-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 44:31-1964 say?
Ezekiel 44:31-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “The priests may not take for food any bird or beast which has come to a natural death or whose death has been caused by another animal.”
Where is Ezekiel 44:31-1964 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 44:31-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 44, verses 31–1964.
Who wrote Ezekiel?
Ezekiel is traditionally attributed to Ezekiel the priest. It was written c. 593–571 BC.
What is the book of Ezekiel about?
Ezekiel ministers among the exiles in Babylon with vivid visions, sign-acts, and oracles. He sees God's glory depart from a defiled temple, then promises dry bones brought to life, a new heart, and a restored temple — pictures of resurrection and the new covenant fulfilled in Christ.
What are the major themes of Ezekiel?
Ezekiel explores themes including Glory of God, Judgment, New Heart, Resurrection, New Temple. These themes shape the meaning and context of Ezekiel 44:31-1964.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 44:31-1964 in?
Ezekiel 44:31-1964 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 Ezekiel 44:31-1964?
Ezekiel 44:31-1964 reads (BBE): “The priests may not take for food any bird or beast which has come to a natural death or whose death has been caused by another animal.” 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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