KJV ORIGINAL
And the little owl, and the cormorant, and the great owl,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And the little owl, and the cormorant, and the great owl,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse continues listing specific birds that God told the Israelites not to eat as part of their dietary laws.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's detailed instructions to Moses about which animals the Israelites could and could not eat. These dietary laws, known as kosher laws, were given to set Israel apart as God's holy people and likely had practical health benefits in the ancient world. The specific birds mentioned were considered unclean, possibly because they were scavengers or birds of prey.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save