Deuteronomy 12:23
Deuteronomy 12:23 in Multiple Translations
Only be sure not to eat the blood, because the blood is the life, and you must not eat the life with the meat.
Only be sure that thou eat not the blood: for the blood is the life; and thou mayest not eat the life with the flesh.
Only be sure that thou eat not the blood: for the blood is the life; and thou shalt not eat the life with the flesh.
But see that you do not take the blood for food; for the blood is the life; and you may not make use of the life as food with the flesh.
Just make sure you don't eat the blood, because the blood is the life, and you must not eat the life with the meat.
Onely bee sure that thou eate not the blood: for the blood is the life, and thou maiest not eate the life with the flesh.
'Only, be sure not to eat the blood, for the blood [is] the life, and thou dost not eat the life with the flesh;
Only be sure that you don’t eat the blood; for the blood is the life. You shall not eat the life with the meat.
Only be sure that thou eat not the blood: for the blood is the life; and thou mayest not eat the life with the flesh.
Only beware of this, that thou eat not the blood, for the blood is for the soul: and therefore thou must not eat the soul with the flesh:
But be sure that you do not eat the blood of any animal, because it is the blood that sustains life in living beings, and so you must not eat the life along with the meat.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 12:23
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 12:23
- Context
- Cross References
- Deuteronomy 12:23 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 12:23
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 12:23
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 12:23
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Deuteronomy 12:23
- Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 12:23
- Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 12:23
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 12:23
Context — One Place for Worship
23Only be sure not to eat the blood, because the blood is the life, and you must not eat the life with the meat.
24You must not eat the blood; pour it on the ground like water. 25Do not eat it, so that it may go well with you and your children after you, because you will be doing what is right in the eyes of the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 17:11 | For the life of the flesh is in the blood, and I have given it to you to make atonement for your souls upon the altar; for it is the blood that makes atonement for the soul. |
| 2 | Genesis 9:4 | But you must not eat meat with its lifeblood still in it. |
| 3 | Leviticus 17:13–14 | And if any Israelite or foreigner living among them hunts down a wild animal or bird that may be eaten, he must drain its blood and cover it with dirt. For the life of all flesh is its blood. Therefore I have told the Israelites, ‘You must not eat the blood of any living thing, because the life of all flesh is its blood; whoever eats it must be cut off.’ |
| 4 | Leviticus 3:16–17 | Then the priest is to burn the food on the altar as an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma. All the fat is the LORD’s. This is a permanent statute for the generations to come, wherever you live: You must not eat any fat or any blood.” |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 12:16 | but you must not eat the blood; pour it on the ground like water. |
| 6 | Revelation 5:9 | And they sang a new song: “Worthy are You to take the scroll and open its seals, because You were slain, and by Your blood You purchased for God those from every tribe and tongue and people and nation. |
| 7 | Matthew 20:28 | just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” |
Deuteronomy 12:23 Summary
[This verse is saying that when we eat meat, we should not eat the blood because it represents the life of the animal. This is a way of showing respect for the life that God has given (Genesis 9:4). By not eating the blood, we are acknowledging that life belongs to God, and we should handle it with care (Leviticus 17:11). This principle can help us remember to be thankful for the food we have and to use it in a way that honors God.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important not to eat the blood of animals?
According to Deuteronomy 12:23, the blood is the life, and eating it would be consuming the very essence of the animal, which is reserved for God (Leviticus 17:11).
Is this command still relevant for us today?
While the specific command to not eat blood is part of the Old Testament law, the principle of respecting life and avoiding unnecessary violence is still applicable, as seen in Romans 14:21 and Acts 15:20.
What does the Bible mean by 'the life' in this context?
In Deuteronomy 12:23, 'the life' refers to the vital force or the essence of the animal, which is symbolized by the blood (Genesis 9:4, Leviticus 17:11).
How does this verse relate to the concept of sacrifice in the Bible?
The command to not eat blood is connected to the idea of sacrifice, as seen in Leviticus 17:11, where blood is used to atone for sin, highlighting the seriousness of sin and the importance of respecting life (Hebrews 9:22).
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's perspective on life and death?
- How can I apply the principle of respecting life in my daily choices and actions?
- What does it mean to 'eat the life with the meat' in a spiritual sense, and how can I avoid doing so?
- In what ways can I honor God by being mindful of the life He has given to all creatures?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 12:23
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 12:23
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 12:23
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Deuteronomy 12:23
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 12:23
Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 12:23
Sermons on Deuteronomy 12:23
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Overcoming Satan by the Blood of Jesus by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the concern of how to maintain righteousness and be a shining light in a world that is becoming increasingly dark. The preacher emphasizes th |
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(Gospel in the Book of Esther) 1. the Doom of the People by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the theme of redemption and foreshadowing in the word of God. He emphasizes that even though the nation of Israel faced discipline and conseq |
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(Hebrews - Part 27): The Blood of Infinite Value by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker uses the analogy of standing back from a painting to understand the passage being discussed. He emphasizes that sin leads to death and that when a perso |
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How to Apply the Blood by Derek Prince | This sermon delves into the profound significance of the blood of Jesus shed on the cross, emphasizing the various provisions and effects of His sacrifice. It covers themes of rede |
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Metatron by Jacob Prasch | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the Messiahship of Jesus and how it can be proven to both Jewish and Gentile Christians. The speaker encourages the audience to share the vide |
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The Power of the Blood - Sermon 1 of 5 - the Passover Lamb by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preaching about the blood of Jesus. He believes that when the blood of Jesus is preached, it brings liberty and joy to con |
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(Easter Convention 2008) Quiet Time Tips by Gerhard Du Toit | In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal routine for prayer and devotion. He starts his day by spending the first half hour listening to old hymns, which helps him enter a s |






