Leviticus 11:39
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Leviticus 11:39 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Leviticus 11:39 is a verse from the book of Leviticus in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And if any beast, of which ye may eat, die; he that toucheth the carcase thereof shall be unclean until the even." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Leviticus 11:39 — KJV
“And if any beast, of which ye may eat, die; he that toucheth the carcase thereof shall be unclean until the even.”
— Leviticus 11:39 (KJV)
Leviticus 11:39 in Context — About the Book of Leviticus
Leviticus is God's holiness handbook for a people learning to live near His presence. Through sacrifices, feasts, and purity laws, it teaches that sin is costly, atonement is necessary, and God desires a set-apart people. It points forward to the perfect sacrifice of Christ.
Cross-References for Leviticus 11:39
“And every soul that eateth that which died of itself, or that which was torn with beasts, whether it be one of your own country, or a stranger, he shall both wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the even: then shall he be clean. that which died...: Heb. a carcase”
Shares key themes with Leviticus 11:39: beast, eat, die
“And the fat of the beast that dieth of itself, and the fat of that which is torn with beasts, may be used in any other use: but ye shall in no wise eat of it. beast...: Heb. carcase”
Shares key themes with Leviticus 11:39: any, beast, may
“And whatsoever goeth upon his paws, among all manner of beasts that go on all four, those are unclean unto you: whoso toucheth their carcase shall be unclean until the even.”
Shares key themes with Leviticus 11:39: beast, toucheth, carcase
“And whatsoever man there be of the children of Israel, or of the strangers that sojourn among you, which hunteth and catcheth any beast or fowl that may be eaten; he shall even pour out the blood thereof, and cover it with dust. which...: Heb. that hunteth any hunting”
Shares key themes with Leviticus 11:39: any, beast, may
“And the men of Israel were distressed that day: for Saul had adjured the people, saying, Cursed be the man that eateth any food until evening, that I may be avenged on mine enemies. So none of the people tasted any food.”
Shares key themes with Leviticus 11:39: any, may, eat
Pray Leviticus 11:39
Generate a Prayer from Leviticus 11:39
Our AI will write a personal prayer inspired by this scripture — tailored to your situation. Free, instant, no account needed.
✦ Pray This Verse