Leviticus 22:28 net — You must not slaughter an ox or a sheep and its young on the same day.

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"You must not slaughter an ox or a sheep and its young on the same day."

— Leviticus 22:28, NET Bible

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Leviticus 22 — Context

25

Even from a foreigner you must not present the food of your God from such animals as these, for they are ruined and flawed; they will not be acceptable for your benefit.’”

26

The LORD spoke to Moses:

27

“When an ox, lamb, or goat is born, it must be under the care of its mother seven days, but from the eighth day onward it will be acceptable as an offering gift to the LORD.

28

You must not slaughter an ox or a sheep and its young on the same day.

29

When you sacrifice a thanksgiving offering to the LORD, you must sacrifice it so that it is acceptable for your benefit.

30

On that very day it must be eaten; you must not leave any part of it over until morning. I am the LORD.

31

“You must be sure to do my commandments. I am the LORD.

Leviticus 22:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 22:28 say?
Leviticus 22:28 in the NET Bible reads: “You must not slaughter an ox or a sheep and its young on the same day.”
Where is Leviticus 22:28 in the Bible?
Leviticus 22:28 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 22, verse 28.
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 22:28.
What translation should I read Leviticus 22:28 in?
Leviticus 22:28 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 22:28?
Leviticus 22:28 reads (NET): “You must not slaughter an ox or a sheep and its young on the same day.” 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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