### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Hebrew word **piggûwl**, represented by `{{H6292}}`, refers to something fetid, ceremonially unclean, and abominable. Stemming from a root that means "to stink," this term describes something that is profaned and loathsome. It appears **4 times** across **4 unique verses**, primarily in contexts of sacrificial law and forbidden foods.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
In the biblical narrative, `{{H6292}}` has a highly specific legal application. In Leviticus, it describes the flesh of a peace offering that is eaten on the third day, which is explicitly forbidden. This act renders the sacrifice an **abomination** `{{H6292}}`; it will not be **accepted** `{{H7521}}`, and the person who eats it will bear their **iniquity** `{{H5771}}` ([[Leviticus 7:18]], [[Leviticus 19:7]]). The term also appears in prophetic writings to denote profound defilement. Ezekiel, in his defense of his own purity, states that no **abominable** `{{H6292}}` **flesh** `{{H1320}}` had ever entered his mouth [[Ezekiel 4:14]]. Similarly, Isaiah uses it to condemn those who provoke God by eating swine's flesh and consuming broth of **abominable** `{{H6292}}` things [[Isaiah 65:4]].
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words clarify the meaning and consequence of `{{H6292}}`:
* `{{H7521}}` **râtsâh** (to be pleased with; ... accept): This word stands in direct contrast to `piggûwl`. In the context of the peace offering, the flesh becomes an abomination and, as a result, "shall not be **accepted**" ([[Leviticus 7:18]], [[Leviticus 19:7]]).
* `{{H1320}}` **bâsâr** (flesh): This is the substance that becomes `piggûwl`. The term is used to describe both sacrificial **flesh** [[Leviticus 7:18]] and other forbidden **flesh** that defiles, such as swine's flesh [[Isaiah 65:4]] or the **abominable** `{{H6292}}` **flesh** Ezekiel avoided [[Ezekiel 4:14]].
* `{{H5771}}` **ʻâvôn** (iniquity): This is the direct spiritual consequence for consuming that which is `piggûwl`. The **soul** `{{H5315}}` who eats the abominable sacrifice "shall bear his **iniquity**" [[Leviticus 7:18]], linking a ritual violation to moral guilt.
### Theological Significance
The theological weight of `{{H6292}}` is focused on the principles of holiness, acceptance, and obedience.
* **Sacrificial Integrity:** The term establishes that the value of a sacrifice is conditional upon strict obedience to divine instruction. An offering handled improperly, such as being left until the third day, becomes an **abomination** and is rejected by God [[Leviticus 19:7]].
* **Ceremonial and Moral Purity:** `piggûwl` links physical action to spiritual state. Ezekiel's refusal to eat **abominable** `{{H6292}}` **flesh** is presented as proof that his **soul** `{{H5315}}` has not been **polluted** `{{H2930}}`, showing that avoiding such things is essential to maintaining holiness [[Ezekiel 4:14]].
* **Consequence of Transgression:** Consuming what God has declared abominable is a serious offense. It is not merely a procedural error but an act that imputes **iniquity** `{{H5771}}` to the transgressor, requiring them to bear their own guilt [[Leviticus 7:18]].
### Summary
In summary, `{{H6292}}` is a potent term for ceremonial defilement, specifically applied to spoiled sacrificial meat and other forbidden foods. It serves as a stark reminder that an offering's acceptability to God depends entirely on adherence to His commands. The presence of `piggûwl` signifies a breach in holiness that renders an act or object offensive to God and brings guilt upon the individual.
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