KJV ORIGINAL
And the pelican, and the gier eagle, and the cormorant,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And the pelican, and the vulture, and the cormorant,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse continues listing birds that the Israelites were forbidden to eat as part of God's dietary laws.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses was delivering the law to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt. This chapter specifically outlines dietary restrictions to promote holiness and distinguish the Israelites from surrounding pagan cultures, with verses like this one listing birds considered unclean and unfit for consumption. These laws emphasized God's call for His people to live in purity and separation.
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