Leviticus Chapter 11: Clean and Unclean Animals

By ScriptureAndStudy | Updated: 2026-07-26 Leviticus-Ch11

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Leviticus chapter 11 outlines the dietary laws given to the Israelites regarding clean and unclean animals. The chapter specifies which animals may be eaten and which should be avoided, including distinctions among beasts, fish, and birds. It emphasizes the importance of holiness and cleanliness in the lives of the people, as they are called to be separate from unclean things. This chapter serves as a guide for maintaining spiritual purity through dietary choices.

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