Leviticus 11:12 cpdv — All that does not have fins and scales in the waters shall be polluted.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"All that does not have fins and scales in the waters shall be polluted. "

— Leviticus 11:12, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Leviticus 11 — Context

9

These are the things that breed in the waters, and which it is lawful to eat. All that has little fins and scales, as much in the sea, as in the rivers and ponds, you shall eat.

10

But whatever does not have fins and scales, of those things that live and move in the waters, shall be abominable to you,

11

and detestable; their flesh you shall not eat, and their carcasses you shall avoid.

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All that does not have fins and scales in the waters shall be polluted.

13

These are those things among the birds which you must not eat, and which are to be avoided by you: the eagle, and the griffin, and the osprey,

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and the kite, as well as the vulture, according to their kind,

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and all that is of the raven kind, according to their likeness,

Leviticus 11:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 11:12 say?
Leviticus 11:12 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “All that does not have fins and scales in the waters shall be polluted. ”
Where is Leviticus 11:12 in the Bible?
Leviticus 11:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 11, verse 12.
Who wrote Leviticus?
Leviticus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Leviticus about?
Leviticus is Israel's handbook for holy living in the presence of a holy God. It details the sacrificial system, priestly duties, dietary and purity laws, and the festivals — all teaching that sin requires atonement and that God's people are called to be set apart.
What are the major themes of Leviticus?
Leviticus explores themes including Holiness, Sacrifice, Atonement, Priesthood, Purity. These themes shape the meaning and context of Leviticus 11:12.
What translation should I read Leviticus 11:12 in?
Leviticus 11:12 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 Leviticus 11:12?
Leviticus 11:12 reads (CPDV): “All that does not have fins and scales in the waters shall be polluted. ” 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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