King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And the hare, because he cheweth the cud, but divideth not the hoof; he [is] unclean unto you.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Berean Standard Bible:
The rabbit, though it chews the cud, does not have a divided hoof; it is unclean for you.
American Standard Version:
And the hare, because she cheweth the cud but parteth not the hoof, she is unclean unto you.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And the hare{H768}, because he cheweth{H5927} the cud{H1625}, but divideth{H6536} not the hoof{H6541}; he is unclean{H2931} unto you.
Cross-References (KJV):
Deuteronomy 14:7
- Nevertheless these ye shall not eat of them that chew the cud, or of them that divide the cloven hoof; [as] the camel, and the hare, and the coney: for they chew the cud, but divide not the hoof; [therefore] they [are] unclean unto you.
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Commentary for Leviticus 11:6
Leviticus 11:6 is part of a larger section in the book of Leviticus that deals with the laws of clean and unclean animals, which were given to the Israelites by God through Moses. These dietary laws were intended to set the Israelites apart from other nations, both physically and spiritually, by prescribing what they could and could not eat. In this verse, the hare is specifically mentioned as an example of an animal that, while appearing to chew the cud (a characteristic that would normally make an animal clean), is deemed unclean because it does not have a divided hoof—a necessary attribute for clean animals according to the Mosaic Law.
The historical context of Leviticus 11:6 is rooted in the nomadic and pastoral lifestyle of the ancient Israelites. The distinctions between clean and unclean animals were significant for a people who relied heavily on domesticated animals for food and sacrifice. The hare, like other animals listed in this chapter, would have been familiar to the Israelites in the regions they inhabited.
The themes of purity, holiness, and separation are central to this verse and the broader context of Leviticus. By following these dietary laws, the Israelites were continually reminded of their distinct identity and their obligation to live in a way that was pleasing to God. The classification of animals as clean or unclean also served as a daily practice of discernment and obedience, reinforcing the importance of adhering to God's commandments in all aspects of life.
In summary, Leviticus 11:6 reflects the detailed and symbolic nature of the dietary laws given to the Israelites, emphasizing the importance of holiness and the need for the people to distinguish themselves by following divine instructions, even in their dietary choices. The verse underscores the idea that purity before God involves attention to detail and a willingness to conform to His will as expressed through the law.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H768
There are 77 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַרְנֶבֶת
Transliteration: ʼarnebeth
Pronunciation: ar-neh'-beth
Description: of uncertain derivation; the hare; hare. - 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.