Leviticus 7:26 cpdv — Likewise, you shall not take as food the blood of any animals at all, whether of birds or beasts.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Likewise, you shall not take as food the blood of any animals at all, whether of birds or beasts. "

— Leviticus 7:26, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Leviticus 7 — Context

23

Say to the sons of Israel: The fat of a sheep, and of an ox, and of a goat you shall not eat.

24

The fat of a carcass that has died on its own, or of an animal that has been seized by a wild beast, you shall have for various uses.

25

If anyone will have eaten the fat which ought to be offered as a burnt sacrifice of the Lord, he shall perish from his people.

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Likewise, you shall not take as food the blood of any animals at all, whether of birds or beasts.

27

Every soul that will have eaten blood shall perish from his people.

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And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying:

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Speak to the sons of Israel, saying: Whoever offers a victim of peace offerings to the Lord, let him also offer at the same time a sacrifice, that is, its libations.

Leviticus 7:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 7:26 say?
Leviticus 7:26 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Likewise, you shall not take as food the blood of any animals at all, whether of birds or beasts. ”
Where is Leviticus 7:26 in the Bible?
Leviticus 7:26 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 7, verse 26.
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 7:26.
What translation should I read Leviticus 7:26 in?
Leviticus 7:26 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 7:26?
Leviticus 7:26 reads (CPDV): “Likewise, you shall not take as food the blood of any animals at all, whether of birds or beasts. ” 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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