Leviticus 11:25
Leviticus 11:25 in Multiple Translations
and whoever picks up one of their carcasses must wash his clothes, and he will be unclean until evening.
And whosoever beareth ought of the carcase of them shall wash his clothes, and be unclean until the even.
and whosoever beareth aught of the carcass of them shall wash his clothes, and be unclean until the even.
Whoever takes away the dead body of one of them is to have his clothing washed, and will be unclean till evening.
and if you pick up one of their dead bodies you must wash your clothes, and you will be unclean until the evening.
Whosoeuer also beareth of their carkeis, shall wash his clothes, and be vncleane vntil euen.
and anyone who is lifting up [aught] of their carcase doth wash his garments, and hath been unclean till the evening: —
Whoever carries any part of their carcass shall wash his clothes, and be unclean until the evening.
And whoever beareth aught of the carcass of them shall wash his clothes, and be unclean until the evening.
And if it be necessary that he carry any of these things when they are dead, he shall wash his clothes, and shall be unclean until the sun set.
Anyone who picks up one of their carcasses must wash his clothes and not touch other people until that evening.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 11:25
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Leviticus 11:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/כָל
הַ/נֹּשֵׂ֖א
מִ/נִּבְלָתָ֑/ם
יְכַבֵּ֥ס
בְּגָדָ֖י/ו
וְ/טָמֵ֥א
עַד
הָ/עָֽרֶב
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
הַ/נֹּשֵׂ֖א
nâsâʼ
H5375
to lift
Art | V-Qal
מִ/נִּבְלָתָ֑/ם
nᵉbêlâh
H5038
carcass
Prep | N-fs | Suff
יְכַבֵּ֥ס
kâbaç
H3526
to wash
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms
בְּגָדָ֖י/ו
beged
H899
treachery
N-mp | Suff
וְ/טָמֵ֥א
ṭâmêʼ
H2930
to defile
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Prep
הָ/עָֽרֶב
ʻereb
H6153
evening
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 11:25
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הַ/נֹּשֵׂ֖א
nâsâʼ
H5375
"to lift"
Art | V-Qal
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to lift or raise something, and it's used in many ways, like lifting a burden or raising someone's status. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah, often talking about God lifting people up. It's about supporting or carrying something or someone.
Definition: : raise/take_up 1) to lift, bear up, carry, take 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lift, lift up 1a2) to bear, carry, support, sustain, endure 1a3) to take, take away, carry off, forgive 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be lifted up, be exalted 1b2) to lift oneself up, rise up 1b3) to be borne, be carried 1b4) to be taken away, be carried off, be swept away 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to lift up, exalt, support, aid, assist 1c2) to desire, long (fig.) 1c3) to carry, bear continuously 1c4) to take, take away 1d) (Hithpael) to lift oneself up, exalt oneself 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to cause one to bear (iniquity) 1e2) to cause to bring, have brought
Usage: Occurs in 609 OT verses. KJV: accept, advance, arise, (able to, (armor), suffer to) bear(-er, up), bring (forth), burn, carry (away), cast, contain, desire, ease, exact, exalt (self), extol, fetch, forgive, furnish, further, give, go on, help, high, hold up, honorable ([phrase] man), lade, lay, lift (self) up, lofty, marry, magnify, [idiom] needs, obtain, pardon, raise (up), receive, regard, respect, set (up), spare, stir up, [phrase] swear, take (away, up), [idiom] utterly, wear, yield. See also: Genesis 4:13; Numbers 4:2; 1 Samuel 14:3.
מִ/נִּבְלָתָ֑/ם
nᵉbêlâh
H5038
"carcass"
Prep | N-fs | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to a dead body or carcass, whether human or animal, often translated as 'dead body' or 'carcass'. It can also symbolize an idol.
Definition: 1) carcass, corpse 1a) of humans, idols, animals
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: (dead) body, (dead) carcase, dead of itself, which died, (beast) that (which) dieth of itself. See also: Leviticus 5:2; Joshua 8:29; Psalms 79:2.
יְכַבֵּ֥ס
kâbaç
H3526
"to wash"
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms
To wash means to clean something, often by trampling or stamping on it with the feet, as seen in the process of washing clothes.
Definition: 1) to wash (by treading), be washed, perform the work of a fuller 1a) (Qal) washer, fuller, treader (participle) 1b) (Piel) to wash (garments, person) 1c) (Pual) to be washed 1d) (Hothpael) to be washed out
Usage: Occurs in 48 OT verses. KJV: fuller, wash(-ing). See also: Genesis 49:11; Leviticus 15:21; Psalms 51:4.
בְּגָדָ֖י/ו
beged
H899
"treachery"
N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this word refers to clothing or a covering, like a garment or robe. It appears in books like Genesis and Exodus, describing what people wore. The word is often translated as 'apparel' or 'raiment'.
Definition: treachery, deceit
Usage: Occurs in 190 OT verses. KJV: apparel, cloth(-es, ing), garment, lap, rag, raiment, robe, [idiom] very (treacherously), vesture, wardrobe. See also: Genesis 24:53; Judges 17:10; Psalms 22:19.
וְ/טָמֵ֥א
ṭâmêʼ
H2930
"to defile"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
This Hebrew word means to be foul or contaminated, often in a moral or ceremonial sense. It is used in the Bible to describe something that is unclean or polluted. In the book of Leviticus, it talks about being unclean and how to become clean again.
Definition: 1) to be unclean, become unclean, become impure 1a) (Qal) to be or become unclean 1a1) sexually 1a2) religiously 1a3) ceremonially 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to defile oneself, be defiled 1b1a) sexually 1b1b) by idolatry 1b1c) ceremonially 1b2) to be regarded as unclean 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to defile 1c1a) sexually 1c1b) religiously 1c1c) ceremonially 1c2) to pronounce unclean, declare unclean (ceremonially) 1c3) to profane (God's name) 1d) (Pual) to be defiled 1e) (Hithpael) to be unclean 1f) (Hothpael) to be defiled
Usage: Occurs in 142 OT verses. KJV: defile (self), pollute (self), be (make, make self, pronounce) unclean, [idiom] utterly. See also: Genesis 34:5; Leviticus 22:5; Psalms 79:1.
עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
הָ/עָֽרֶב
ʻereb
H6153
"evening"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means evening or sunset, like when God created daylight and darkness in Genesis. It refers to the time of day, often marking the end of a workday. This word is used in many verses, including Exodus and Psalms.
Definition: 1) evening, night, sunset 1a) evening, sunset 1b) night
Usage: Occurs in 125 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] day, even(-ing, tide), night. See also: Genesis 1:5; Numbers 19:19; Psalms 30:6.
Study Notes — Leviticus 11:25
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- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 11:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 11:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 11:25
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 11:25
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 11:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 11:25
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 11:25
- Sermons on Leviticus 11:25
Context — Clean and Unclean Animals
23All other flying insects that have four legs are detestable to you.
24These creatures will make you unclean. Whoever touches their carcasses will be unclean until evening,
25and whoever picks up one of their carcasses must wash his clothes, and he will be unclean until evening.
26Every animal with hooves not completely divided or that does not chew the cud is unclean for you. Whoever touches any of them will be unclean. 27All the four-footed animals that walk on their paws are unclean for you; whoever touches their carcasses will be unclean until evening,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 15:5 | Anyone who touches his bed must wash his clothes and bathe with water, and he will be unclean until evening. |
| 2 | Leviticus 14:8 | The one being cleansed must wash his clothes, shave off all his hair, and bathe with water; then he will be ceremonially clean. Afterward, he may enter the camp, but he must remain outside his tent for seven days. |
| 3 | Numbers 31:24 | On the seventh day you are to wash your clothes, and you will be clean. After that you may enter the camp.” |
| 4 | Leviticus 11:40 | Whoever eats from the carcass must wash his clothes and will be unclean until evening, and anyone who picks up the carcass must wash his clothes and will be unclean until evening. |
| 5 | Numbers 19:10 | The man who has gathered up the ashes of the heifer must also wash his clothes, and he will be ceremonially unclean until evening. This is a permanent statute for the Israelites and for the foreigner residing among them. |
| 6 | Leviticus 16:28 | The one who burns them must wash his clothes and bathe himself with water, and afterward he may reenter the camp. |
| 7 | Numbers 19:19 | The man who is ceremonially clean is to sprinkle the unclean person on the third day and on the seventh day. After he purifies the unclean person on the seventh day, the one being cleansed must wash his clothes and bathe in water, and that evening he will be clean. |
| 8 | Leviticus 14:47 | And anyone who sleeps in the house or eats in it must wash his clothes. |
| 9 | Acts 22:16 | And now what are you waiting for? Get up, be baptized, and wash your sins away, calling on His name.’ |
| 10 | Zechariah 13:1 | “On that day a fountain will be opened to the house of David and the people of Jerusalem, to cleanse them from sin and impurity. |
Leviticus 11:25 Summary
This verse, Leviticus 11:25, teaches us about the importance of being clean and pure before God. If someone touched a dead animal, they had to wash their clothes and wait until evening to be considered clean again, similar to the instructions in Leviticus 15:5-11. This reminds us that our actions and choices can affect our relationship with God, and that we should strive to be pure and holy, as encouraged in 1 Peter 1:15-16. By seeking to live a life of purity and obedience, we can draw closer to God and experience His presence and blessing in our lives, as promised in Psalm 24:3-4 and Isaiah 1:16-17.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did God command the Israelites to wash their clothes after touching a carcass?
God commanded the Israelites to wash their clothes after touching a carcass to emphasize the importance of ritual purity, as seen in Leviticus 11:25, and to remind them of the seriousness of sin, as stated in Leviticus 10:10-11 and reinforced in Deuteronomy 23:11.
What does it mean to be unclean until evening?
To be unclean until evening, as stated in Leviticus 11:25, means that the person is temporarily separated from worship and community activities until the evening, when they can participate in purification rituals, similar to those described in Leviticus 15:5-11 and Numbers 19:7-10.
How does this verse relate to New Testament teachings on cleanliness?
While the New Testament does not repeat the specific laws about cleanliness in Leviticus 11:25, it emphasizes the importance of spiritual purity, as seen in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 and 2 Corinthians 7:1, and reminds us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, as stated in 1 Corinthians 3:16-17.
Is this verse still relevant to Christians today?
Although the specific rituals and laws in Leviticus 11:25 are not directly applicable to Christians today, the underlying principles of seeking purity and holiness are still relevant, as seen in 1 Peter 1:15-16 and Hebrews 12:14, which encourage believers to strive for moral and spiritual purity.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can prioritize spiritual purity in my daily life, and how can I seek to be set apart for God's purposes?
- How can I balance the need for physical cleanliness with the importance of spiritual purity, as taught in Matthew 23:25-26 and Luke 11:39-41?
- What are some 'carcasses' in my life that I need to avoid or 'wash my hands' of, in order to maintain my spiritual purity and walk with God?
- How can I use the reminder of temporary uncleanness to reflect on my own heart and actions, and to seek forgiveness and restoration when needed, as encouraged in 1 John 1:9 and Psalm 51:7-10?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 11:25
And whosoever beareth [ought] of the carcass of them,.... That carries them from one place to another, out of the camp, city, village, or house or field where they may lie; and though this is done
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 11:25
But all other flying creeping things, which have four feet, shall be an abomination unto you. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 11:25
Whosoever beareth, or, taketh away, out of the place where haply it may lie, by which others may be either offended or polluted.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 11:25
Leviticus 11:25 And whosoever beareth [ought] of the carcase of them shall wash his clothes, and be unclean until the even.Ver. 25. Beareth aught, &c.] In his clothes, though he do not touch them with his flesh. Shall wash his clothes.] This was a type of the defiling property of sin: as also of our cleansing by repentance, and faith in Christ’ s blood.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 11:25
(25) And whosoever beareth.—But he who removed the carcase out of the camp or city, or from one place to another, not only contracted defilement for the rest of the day, but had to wash the clothes which he had on, since the pollution by carrying is greater than that by touching. During the time of the second Temple, the administrators of the law declared that wherever the Law enjoins that a man should “wash his clothes” because of the legal defilement which he contracted, it included the command of bathing the body, and that it was only omitted here and in Leviticus 11:28; Leviticus 11:40 for the sake of brevity. The Samaritan text and some Hebrew manuscripts have actually the whole phrase “and wash his clothes and bathe himself in water,” as in Leviticus 17:15 and Numbers 19:19. In allusion to this we are told that those who contracted pollution, and have come out of the great tribulation, “washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb” (Revelation 7:14). Ought of the carcase.—The uncleanness was contracted by not only carrying away the whole carcase, but by removing any portion of it. (See Leviticus 11:32.) The expression ought is represented in the original, and is rightly printed in the ordinary type of the text in the Authorised Version of 1611. The printing it in italics is an unauthorised innovation, though it is followed in the Speaker’s Commentary, which professes to give the text of 1611.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 11:25
24–28. Uncleanness caused by Dead Bodies (See introductory note on Leviticus 11:20-23.) Leviticus 11:24-25 are a general introduction. ‘And by these’ (Leviticus 11:24) refers to what follows, not to the ‘winged creeping things’ of Leviticus 11:23. (a) touching or bearing the carcase of (α) beasts specified in Leviticus 11:26-27 or (β) swarming things specified in Leviticus 11:29-30 caused uncleanness till the even; if they were carried, the clothes must also be washed. (b) further cases of defilement were caused by a carcase, (α) a vessel (Leviticus 11:32-33), (β) food (Leviticus 11:34), (γ) ovens, etc. (Leviticus 11:35), (δ) water in a pit (Leviticus 11:36), (ε) seed (Leviticus 11:37-38). Carrying part of the carcase involves uncleanness of a higher degree than that caused by mere contact. Note the difference in the regulations of Lev 11:24-25; Leviticus 11:27-28. In Leviticus 11:26-27 the beasts are specified by their characteristics; in Leviticus 11:29-30 by their names.
Sermons on Leviticus 11:25
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The Proof of This Custom Only From the Talmuds. by John Gill | John Gill discusses the origins and evidence of the Jewish custom of receiving proselytes through baptism or dipping, emphasizing that this practice is primarily documented in the |
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From Simon to Peter #20 - a Major Lesson in Humility by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the passage in John chapter 13 where Jesus washes the feet of his disciples. The preacher emphasizes the contrast between Jesus' attitude of |
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The Heavenly Vision: Part 2 by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the heavenly vision that the Apostle Paul saw on the road to Damascus. This vision is not just meant for Paul, but for all |
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(Acts) Paul Goes to Jerusalem by Brian Brodersen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing that it is God who works in and through people, rather than focusing on the achievements of individuals. The sp |
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Baptism Renewal by Todd Atkinson | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his own journey and how the importance of baptism in the Great Commission was overlooked. He emphasizes that baptism should be given the hig |
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What Are You Waiting For? by R.A. Torrey | R.A. Torrey passionately urges individuals to confront their hesitation in accepting Christ, echoing God's question, 'Why tarriest thou?' He recounts the transformation of Saul of |
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What Must I Do to Be Saved? by O.A. Burgess | O.A. Burgess preaches on the crucial question 'Sirs, what must I do to be saved?' from Acts 16:30, emphasizing the importance of understanding salvation in the light of the New Tes |