Leviticus 11:36 web — Nevertheless a spring or a cistern in which water is a gathered shall be clean: but that which touches their carcass sh…

World English Bible

"Nevertheless a spring or a cistern in which water is a gathered shall be clean: but that which touches their carcass shall be unclean."

— Leviticus 11:36, World English Bible

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Leviticus 11 — Context

33

Every earthen vessel, into which any of them falls, all that is in it shall be unclean, and you shall break it.

34

All food which may be eaten, that on which water comes, shall be unclean; and all drink that may be drunk in every such vessel shall be unclean.

35

Everything whereupon part of their carcass falls shall be unclean; whether oven, or range for pots, it shall be broken in pieces: they are unclean, and shall be unclean to you.

36

Nevertheless a spring or a cistern in which water is a gathered shall be clean: but that which touches their carcass shall be unclean.

37

If part of their carcass falls on any sowing seed which is to be sown, it is clean.

38

But if water is put on the seed, and part of their carcass falls on it, it is unclean to you.

39

"'If any animal, of which you may eat, dies; he who touches its carcass shall be unclean until the evening.

Leviticus 11:36 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 11:36 say?
Leviticus 11:36 in the World English Bible reads: “Nevertheless a spring or a cistern in which water is a gathered shall be clean: but that which touches their carcass shall be unclean.”
Where is Leviticus 11:36 in the Bible?
Leviticus 11:36 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 11, verse 36.
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 11:36.
What translation should I read Leviticus 11:36 in?
Leviticus 11:36 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 11:36?
Leviticus 11:36 reads (WEB): “Nevertheless a spring or a cistern in which water is a gathered shall be clean: but that which touches their carcass shall be unclean.” 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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