KJV ORIGINAL
And every creeping thing that flieth is unclean unto you: they shall not be eaten.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And every flying insect is unclean for you: you must not eat them.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is telling the Israelites that all flying insects are considered unclean and should not be eaten as food.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the dietary laws God gave to the Israelites through Moses, distinguishing between clean and unclean foods. These laws were given as the Israelites prepared to enter the Promised Land, helping to set them apart as God's chosen people. The dietary restrictions served both practical health purposes and spiritual significance, marking Israel as distinct from surrounding nations.
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