Cursed be he that lieth with any manner of beast. And all the people shall say, Amen.
Cursed is anyone who has sexual relations with any animal. And all the people must say, 'Amen.'
This verse declares that sexual relations with animals brings God's curse, and the people were required to agree with this judgment.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering the law to the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land, emphasizing their covenant relationship with God. This verse is part of a public ceremony on Mount Ebal where curses were proclaimed for various sins, including bestiality, to deter immoral behavior and maintain the community's holiness in contrast to surrounding pagan cultures. These laws reflected God's desire for Israel to be set apart as a holy nation.
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