Leviticus 11:41 web — "'Every creeping thing that creeps on the earth is an abomination. It shall not be eaten.

World English Bible

""'Every creeping thing that creeps on the earth is an abomination. It shall not be eaten."

— Leviticus 11:41, World English Bible

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Leviticus 11 — Context

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.

40

He who eats of its carcass shall wash his clothes, and be unclean until the evening. He also who carries its carcass shall wash his clothes, and be unclean until the evening.

41

"'Every creeping thing that creeps on the earth is an abomination. It shall not be eaten.

42

Whatever goes on its belly, and whatever goes on all fours, or whatever has many feet, even all creeping things that creep on the earth, them you shall not eat; for they are an abomination.

43

You shall not make yourselves abominable with any creeping thing that creeps, neither shall you make yourselves unclean with them, that you should be defiled thereby.

44

For I am Yahweh your God. Sanctify yourselves therefore, and be holy; for I am holy: neither shall you defile yourselves with any kind of creeping thing that moves on the earth.

Leviticus 11:41 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 11:41 say?
Leviticus 11:41 in the World English Bible reads: “"'Every creeping thing that creeps on the earth is an abomination. It shall not be eaten.”
Where is Leviticus 11:41 in the Bible?
Leviticus 11:41 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 11, verse 41.
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 11:41.
What translation should I read Leviticus 11:41 in?
Leviticus 11:41 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 11:41?
Leviticus 11:41 reads (WEB): “"'Every creeping thing that creeps on the earth is an abomination. It shall not be eaten.” 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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