King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And the coney, because he cheweth the cud, but divideth not the hoof; he [is] unclean unto you.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Berean Standard Bible:
The rock badger, though it chews the cud, does not have a divided hoof; it is unclean for you.
American Standard Version:
And the coney, because he cheweth the cud but parteth not the hoof, he is unclean unto you.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And the coney{H8227}, because he cheweth{H5927} the cud{H1625}, but divideth{H6536} not the hoof{H6541}; he is unclean{H2931} unto you.
Cross-References (KJV):
Proverbs 30:26
- The conies [are but] a feeble folk, yet make they their houses in the rocks;
Psalms 104:18
- The high hills [are] a refuge for the wild goats; [and] the rocks for the conies.
Matthew 7:26
- And every one that heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand:
Titus 1:16
- They profess that they know God; but in works they deny [him], being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.
2 Timothy 3:5
- Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.
Job 36:14
- They die in youth, and their life [is] among the unclean.
Philippians 3:18
- (For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and now tell you even weeping, [that they are] the enemies of the cross of Christ:
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Commentary for Leviticus 11:5
1. **Themes:**
- **Ritual Purity and Cleanliness:** Leviticus 11 outlines dietary laws for the Israelites, distinguishing between clean and unclean animals. These laws were a way to set Israel apart from other nations and were integral to the religious and cultural identity of the Israelites.
- **Divine Order and Classification:** The categorization of animals into clean and unclean reflects a broader theme of order in creation. By following these dietary guidelines, the Israelites acknowledged God's authority over all aspects of life.
- **Holiness:** The concept of holiness is central to Leviticus. Eating only clean animals was part of living a holy life, as God commanded the Israelites to be holy because He is holy (Leviticus 11:44-45).
2. **Historical Context:**
- **Time Period:** The Book of Leviticus is set during the time of Moses, specifically after the construction of the Tabernacle, which is described at the end of the Book of Exodus. The Israelites are in the Sinai desert, having been freed from slavery in Egypt.
- **Purpose of the Laws:** These dietary laws were given to the Israelites to establish a system of worship and daily living that would make them distinct from their surrounding pagan cultures. They were also designed to promote health and prevent the Israelites from engaging in the idolatrous practices of their neighbors.
- **Cultural Significance:** The distinctions between clean and unclean animals were not based on modern scientific categories but were rooted in the symbolic system of the Israelites' religious life. The laws would have shaped communal meals and religious festivals, reinforcing group identity and cohesion.
In Leviticus 11:5, the coney (a type of rodent, possibly the hyrax or rock badger) is declared unclean because, although it chews the cud, it does not have a divided hoof, which was one of the criteria for animals to be considered clean and suitable for consumption. This verse reflects the broader concern with categorization and adherence to God's commands as a means of maintaining the sanctity of the community.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H8227
There are 28 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שָׁפָן
Transliteration: shâphân
Pronunciation: shaw-fawn'
Description: from שָׂפַן; a species of rockrabbit (from its hiding), i.e. probably the hyrax; coney. - Strong's Number: H5927
There are 817 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָלָה
Transliteration: ʻâlâh
Pronunciation: aw-law'
Description: a primitive root; to ascend, intransitively (be high) or actively (mount); used in a great variety of senses, primary and secondary, literal and figurative; arise (up), (cause to) ascend up, at once, break (the day) (up), bring (up), (cause to) burn, carry up, cast up, [phrase] shew, climb (up), (cause to, make to) come (up), cut off, dawn, depart, exalt, excel, fall, fetch up, get up, (make to) go (away, up); grow (over) increase, lay, leap, levy, lift (self) up, light, (make) up, [idiom] mention, mount up, offer, make to pay, [phrase] perfect, prefer, put (on), raise, recover, restore, (make to) rise (up), scale, set (up), shoot forth (up), (begin to) spring (up), stir up, take away (up), work. - Strong's Number: H1625
There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גֵּרָה
Transliteration: gêrâh
Pronunciation: gay-raw'
Description: from גָּרַר; the cud (as scraping the throat); cud. - Strong's Number: H6536
There are 12 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פָּרַס
Transliteration: pâraç
Pronunciation: paw-ras'
Description: a primitive root; to break in pieces, i.e. (usually without violence) to split, distribute; deal, divide, have hoofs, part, tear. - Strong's Number: H6541
There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פַּרְסָה
Transliteration: parçâh
Pronunciation: par-saw'
Description: feminine of פֶּרֶס; a claw or split hoof; claw, (cloven-) footed, hoof. - Strong's Number: H2931
There are 78 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: טָמֵא
Transliteration: ṭâmêʼ
Pronunciation: taw-may'
Description: from טָמֵא; foul in a religious sense; defiled, [phrase] infamous, polluted(-tion), unclean.