New International Version But anything that does not have fins and scales you may not eat; for you it is unclean. New Living Translation You may not, however, eat marine animals that do not have both fins and scales. They are ceremonially unclean for you. English Standard Version And whatever does not have fins and scales you shall not eat; it is unclean for you. Berean Standard Bible but you may not eat anything that does not have fins and scales; it is unclean for you. Berean Literal Bible and whatever does not have fins and scales you⁺ shall not eat; it is unclean for you⁺. King James Bible And whatsoever hath not fins and scales ye may not eat; it is unclean unto you. New King James Version And whatever does not have fins and scales you shall not eat; it is unclean for you. New American Standard Bible but anything that does not have fins and scales, you shall not eat; it is unclean for you. NASB 1995 but anything that does not have fins and scales you shall not eat; it is unclean for you. NASB 1977 but anything that does not have fins and scales you shall not eat; it is unclean for you. Legacy Standard Bible but anything that does not have fins and scales you shall not eat; it is unclean for you. Amplified Bible but you may not eat anything that does not have fins and scales; it is unclean for you. Berean Annotated Bible but you⁺ may not eat anything that does not have fins and scales; it is unclean for you⁺. Christian Standard Bible but you may not eat anything that does not have fins and scales—it is unclean for you. Holman Christian Standard Bible but you may not eat anything that does not have fins and scales—it is unclean for you.” American Standard Version and whatsoever hath not fins and scales ye shall not eat; it is unclean unto you. Contemporary English Version and if they do not have fins and scales, you must not eat them. Treat them as unclean. English Revised Version and whatsoever hath not fins and scales ye shall not eat; it is unclean unto you. GOD'S WORD® Translation But never eat anything that doesn't have fins and scales. It is unclean for you. Good News Translation but anything living in the water that does not have fins and scales may not be eaten; it must be considered unclean. International Standard Version but you may not eat anything without fin and scale, since it is unclean to you. NET Bible but whatever does not have fins and scales you may not eat; it is ritually impure to you. New Heart English Bible and whatever doesn't have fins and scales you shall not eat; it is unclean to you. Webster's Bible Translation And whatever hath not fins and scales ye may not eat; it is unclean to you. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblebut you may not eat anything that does not have fins and scales; it is unclean for you. World English Bible You shall not eat whatever doesn’t have fins and scales. It is unclean to you. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand anything which does not have fins and scales you do not eat—it [is] unclean to you. Berean Literal Bible and whatever does not have fins and scales you⁺ shall not eat; it is unclean for you⁺. Young's Literal Translation and anything which hath not fins and scales ye do not eat; unclean it is to you. Smith's Literal Translation And every thing which to it are not fins and scales, ye shall not eat; it is unclean to you. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSuch as are without fins and scales, you shall not eat, because they are unclean. Catholic Public Domain Version Whatever is without fins and scales, you shall not eat, for these are unclean. New American Bible but all those that lack either fins or scales you shall not eat; they are unclean for you. New Revised Standard Version And whatever does not have fins and scales you shall not eat; it is unclean for you. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd whatever does not have fins and scales, you shall not eat; it is unclean for you. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And you shall not eat anything that has no fins and scales; it is defiled to you. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and whatsoever hath not fins and scales ye shall not eat; it is unclean unto you. Brenton Septuagint Translation And all that have not fins and scales ye shall not eat; they are unclean to you. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Clean and Unclean Animals…9Of all the creatures that live in the water, you may eat anything with fins and scales, 10but you may not eat anything that does not have fins and scales; it is unclean for you. 11You may eat any clean bird,… Cross References but you may not eat anything that does not have fins and scales; Leviticus 11:10 But the following among all the teeming life and creatures in the water are detestable to you: everything in the seas or streams that does not have fins and scales. Leviticus 11:12 Everything in the water that does not have fins and scales shall be detestable to you. it is unclean for you. Leviticus 11:46-47 This is the law regarding animals, birds, all living creatures that move in the water, and all creatures that crawl along the ground. / You must distinguish between the unclean and the clean, between animals that may be eaten and those that may not.’” Leviticus 20:25 You are therefore to distinguish between clean and unclean animals and birds. Do not become contaminated by any animal or bird, or by anything that crawls on the ground; I have set these apart as unclean for you. Leviticus 11:9-12 Of all the creatures that live in the water, whether in the seas or in the streams, you may eat anything with fins and scales. / But the following among all the teeming life and creatures in the water are detestable to you: everything in the seas or streams that does not have fins and scales. / They shall be an abomination to you; you must not eat their meat, and you must detest their carcasses. … Genesis 7:2 You are to take with you seven pairs of every kind of clean animal, a male and its mate; a pair of every kind of unclean animal, a male and its mate; Genesis 9:3-4 Everything that lives and moves will be food for you; just as I gave you the green plants, I now give you all things. / But you must not eat meat with its lifeblood still in it. Acts 10:12-15 It contained all kinds of four-footed animals and reptiles of the earth, as well as birds of the air. / Then a voice said to him: “Get up, Peter, kill and eat!” / “No, Lord!” Peter answered. “I have never eaten anything impure or unclean.” … Mark 7:18-19 “Are you still so dull?” He asked. “Do you not understand? Nothing that enters a man from the outside can defile him, / because it does not enter his heart, but it goes into the stomach and then is eliminated.” (Thus all foods are clean.) 1 Timothy 4:4-5 For every creation of God is good, and nothing that is received with thanksgiving should be rejected, / because it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer. Romans 14:14 I am convinced and fully persuaded in the Lord Jesus that nothing is unclean in itself. But if anyone regards something as unclean, then for him it is unclean. Romans 14:20 Do not destroy the work of God for the sake of food. All food is clean, but it is wrong for a man to let his eating be a stumbling block. 1 Corinthians 10:31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God. Ezekiel 47:10-11 Fishermen will stand by the shore; from En-gedi to En-eglaim they will spread their nets to catch fish of many kinds, like the fish of the Great Sea. / But the swamps and marshes will not become fresh; they will be left for salt. Isaiah 66:17 “Those who consecrate and purify themselves to enter the groves—to follow one in the center of those who eat the flesh of swine and vermin and rats—will perish together,” declares the LORD. Matthew 15:11 A man is not defiled by what enters his mouth, but by what comes out of it.” Treasury of Scripture And whatever has not fins and scales you may not eat; it is unclean to you. Jump to Previous Eat Scales Swimming Unclean Whatever Whatsoever WingsJump to Next Eat Scales Swimming Unclean Whatever Whatsoever WingsDeuteronomy 14 1. God's children are not to disfigure themselves in mourning3. What may and may not be eaten 4. of animals 9. of fishes 11. of fowls 21. That which dies of itself may not be eaten 22. Tithes of Divine Service 23. Tithes and firstborns to be eaten before the Lord 28. The third year's tithe of alms and charity but you may not eat anything that does not have fins and scales; Israel was forbidden to eat aquatic creatures lacking both fins and scales. These dietary boundaries distinguished clean animals from unclean ones and formed part of the covenant obligations given through Moses. They marked Israel as a people set apart for the Lord and taught obedience in ordinary matters of life. Lev 11:10 But the following among all the teeming life and creatures… it is unclean for you. Such creatures were ceremonially unclean and could not be eaten by Israelites. The restriction concerned covenant purity rather than the moral character of the animal itself. These laws reminded Israel of its distinct calling among the nations. Under the new covenant, Christ fulfilled the ceremonial requirements of the law, and holiness is shown through faith and obedience flowing from a cleansed heart. Lev 11:46-47 This is the law regarding animals, birds… Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe author of Deuteronomy, who is delivering God's laws to the Israelites. 2. Israelites The chosen people of God, receiving the laws and commandments as they prepare to enter the Promised Land. 3. Promised Land The land of Canaan, which God promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. 4. Mount Sinai The place where Moses received the Law from God, which includes dietary laws. 5. Canaan The land where the Israelites are headed, a place where they are to live out these commandments. Teaching Points Understanding HolinessThe dietary laws were a means to set Israel apart as a holy nation. They remind us of the importance of living a life that is distinct and dedicated to God. Obedience to God's Commands The Israelites were called to obey God's laws as an expression of their covenant relationship. Today, we are called to obey God's Word as a demonstration of our love and commitment to Him. Symbolism of Purity The distinction between clean and unclean animals symbolizes the need for spiritual purity. We are called to examine our hearts and lives for anything that may be unclean or displeasing to God. Cultural and Contextual Relevance While the specific dietary laws are not binding on Christians today, they teach us about the importance of understanding the cultural and historical context of Scripture. Freedom in Christ In Christ, we have freedom from the Old Testament dietary laws, but this freedom should be exercised with consideration for others and in a way that honors God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 14:10?2. How does Deuteronomy 14:10 guide us in discerning clean and unclean foods? 3. Why does God prohibit eating "anything that does not have fins and scales"? 4. How can Deuteronomy 14:10's dietary laws reflect holiness in our daily lives? 5. What New Testament passages discuss dietary laws and their relevance for Christians today? 6. How can we apply the principle of obedience from Deuteronomy 14:10 today? 7. Why does Deuteronomy 14:10 prohibit eating certain sea creatures? 8. How does Deuteronomy 14:10 align with modern dietary practices? 9. What is the historical context of dietary laws in Deuteronomy 14:10? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 14? Deuteronomy 14:10 literally commands Israel to avoid seafood lacking fins and scales. The prohibition taught practical obedience, reinforced Israel’s distinct identity, and illustrated God’s call to holiness. Though Christ fulfills the ceremonial law, the passage still reminds believers today that the Lord alone sets the standards for His people’s lives, inviting us to joyful, wholehearted separation unto Him. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew but you may notלֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no eat תֹאכֵ֑לוּ (ṯō·ḵê·lū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 398: To eat anything וְכֹ֨ל (wə·ḵōl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every that אֲשֶׁ֧ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that does not אֵֽין־ (’ên-) Adverb Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle have fins סְנַפִּ֥יר (sə·nap·pîr) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5579: A fin and scales; וְקַשְׂקֶ֖שֶׂת (wə·qaś·qe·śeṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 7193: A scale, a coat of mail it ה֖וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are is unclean טָמֵ֥א (ṭā·mê) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2931: Unclean for you. ס (s) Punctuation Strong's Hebrew Additonal Resources Deuteronomy 14:10 Blue Letter BibleDeuteronomy 14:10 Bible Gateway Deuteronomy 14:10 Bible.com Deuteronomy 14:10 NIV |
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