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Ezekiel 44:30

Ezekiel 44:31 web — The priests shall not eat of anything that dies of itself, or is torn, whether it be bird or animal.

World English Bible

"The priests shall not eat of anything that dies of itself, or is torn, whether it be bird or animal."

— Ezekiel 44:31, World English Bible

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Ezekiel 44 — Context

28

They shall have an inheritance: I am their inheritance; and you shall give them no possession in Israel; I am their possession.

29

They shall eat the meal offering, and the sin offering, and the trespass offering; and every devoted thing in Israel shall be theirs.

30

The first of all the first fruits of every thing, and every offering of everything, of all your offerings, shall be for the priest: you shall also give to the priests the first of your dough, to cause a blessing to rest on your house.

31

The priests shall not eat of anything that dies of itself, or is torn, whether it be bird or animal.

Ezekiel 44:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 44:31 say?
Ezekiel 44:31 in the World English Bible reads: “The priests shall not eat of anything that dies of itself, or is torn, whether it be bird or animal.”
Where is Ezekiel 44:31 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 44:31 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 44, verse 31.
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.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 44:31 in?
Ezekiel 44:31 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 Ezekiel 44:31?
Ezekiel 44:31 reads (WEB): “The priests shall not eat of anything that dies of itself, or is torn, whether it be bird or 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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