Leviticus 7:24

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

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.

Complete Jewish Bible:

The fat of animals that die of themselves or are killed by wild animals may be used for any other purpose, but under no circumstances are you to eat it.

Berean Standard Bible:

The fat of an animal found dead or mauled by wild beasts may be used for any other purpose, but you must not eat it.

American Standard Version:

And the fat of that which dieth of itself, and the fat of that which is torn of beasts, may be used for any other service; but ye shall in no wise eat of it.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And the fat^{H2459} of the beast that dieth of itself^{H5038}, and the fat^{H2459} of that which is torn with beasts^{H2966}, may be used^{H6213} in any other use^{H4399}: but ye shall in no wise^{H398} eat^{H398} of it.

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Commentary for Leviticus 7:24

Leviticus 7:24 is part of the book of Leviticus, which is the third book of the Pentateuch, the five books of Moses. The book primarily deals with the regulations for worship and the code of holiness for the Israelite community, including detailed instructions for sacrifices and offerings. The verse in question addresses the use of fat from animals that have died naturally or been killed by other animals.

In the ancient Israelite sacrificial system, the fat of the offerings was considered especially sacred and was often designated for God, to be burned on the altar as a pleasing aroma to the Lord. This practice underscored the belief that life is in the blood and the fat, and these were not to be consumed by humans as they belonged to God. Leviticus 7:24 specifically prohibits the consumption of the fat from animals that die of themselves or are torn by beasts, distinguishing it from the fat of sacrificial animals. While such fat could be used for other purposes, it was not permissible for the Israelites to eat it, maintaining the sanctity of the sacrificial system and reinforcing the dietary laws that set the Israelites apart from other nations.

This verse reflects the broader theme of holiness and purity in the Israelite religion, emphasizing the importance of following divine commands concerning food and the treatment of offerings. It also highlights the distinction between the sacred and the profane, a concept that permeated many aspects of Israelite life, ensuring that the people remained aware of God's presence and sovereignty over every detail of their existence. The dietary laws, including those pertaining to the consumption of fat, served as a daily reminder of the covenant relationship between God and His people.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H2459
   There are 69 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: חֶלֶב
   Transliteration: cheleb
   Pronunciation: kheh'-leb
   Description: or חֵלֶב; from an unused root meaning to be fat; fat, whether literally or figuratively; hence, the richest or choice part; [idiom] best, fat(-ness), [idiom] finest, grease, marrow.
   
2. Strong's Number: H5038
   There are 41 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: נְבֵלָה
   Transliteration: nᵉbêlâh
   Pronunciation: neb-ay-law'
   Description: from נָבֵל; a flabby thing, i.e. a carcase or carrion (human or bestial, often collectively); figuratively, an idol; (dead) body, (dead) carcase, dead of itself, which died, (beast) that (which) dieth of itself.
   
3. Strong's Number: H2966
   There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: טְרֵפָה
   Transliteration: ṭᵉrêphâh
   Pronunciation: ter-ay-faw'
   Description: feminine (collectively) of טֶרֶף; prey, i.e. flocks devoured by animals; ravin, (that which was) torn (of beasts, in pieces).
   
4. Strong's Number: H6213
   There are 2286 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עָשָׂה
   Transliteration: ʻâsâh
   Pronunciation: aw-saw'
   Description: a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application; accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use.
   
5. Strong's Number: H4399
   There are 149 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מְלָאכָה
   Transliteration: mᵉlâʼkâh
   Pronunciation: mel-aw-kaw'
   Description: from the same as מֲלְאָךְ; properly, deputyship, i.e. ministry; generally, employment (never servile) or work (abstractly or concretely); also property (as the result of labor); business, [phrase] cattle, [phrase] industrious, occupation, ([phrase] -pied), [phrase] officer, thing (made), use, (manner of) work((-man), -manship).
   
6. Strong's Number: H398
   There are 825 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אָכַל
   Transliteration: ʼâkal
   Pronunciation: aw-kal'
   Description: a primitive root; to eat (literally or figuratively); [idiom] at all, burn up, consume, devour(-er, up), dine, eat(-er, up), feed (with), food, [idiom] freely, [idiom] in...wise(-deed, plenty), (lay) meat, [idiom] quite.