Leviticus 7:27
Leviticus 7:27 in Multiple Translations
If anyone eats blood, that person must be cut off from his people.’”
Whatsoever soul it be that eateth any manner of blood, even that soul shall be cut off from his people.
Whosoever it be that eateth any blood, that soul shall be cut off from his people.
Whoever takes any blood for food will be cut off from his people.
Anyone who eats blood must be expelled from their people.’”
Euery person that eateth any blood, euen the same person shall be cut off from his people.
any person who eateth any blood, even that person hath been cut off from his people.'
Whoever it is who eats any blood, that soul shall be cut off from his people.’”
Whatever soul it may be that eateth any manner of blood, even that soul shall be cut off from his people.
Every one that eateth blood, shall perish from among the people.
If anyone eats blood, he must no longer be allowed to associate with God’s people.’”
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 7:27
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Leviticus 7:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כָּל
נֶ֖פֶשׁ
אֲשֶׁר
תֹּאכַ֣ל
כָּל
דָּ֑ם
וְ/נִכְרְתָ֛ה
הַ/נֶּ֥פֶשׁ
הַ/הִ֖וא
מֵֽ/עַמֶּֽי/הָ
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
נֶ֖פֶשׁ
nephesh
H5315
soul
N-cs
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
תֹּאכַ֣ל
ʼâkal
H398
to eat
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
דָּ֑ם
dâm
H1818
blood
N-ms
וְ/נִכְרְתָ֛ה
kârath
H3772
to cut
Conj | V-Niphal-3fs
הַ/נֶּ֥פֶשׁ
nephesh
H5315
soul
Art | N-cs
הַ/הִ֖וא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Art | Pron
מֵֽ/עַמֶּֽי/הָ
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Prep | N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 7:27
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
נֶ֖פֶשׁ
nephesh
H5315
"soul"
N-cs
The Hebrew word for soul or living being, used in the Bible to describe the essence of a person or animal. It encompasses the ideas of life, breath, and vitality, and is translated as 'soul' or 'creature' in the KJV. This word is central to biblical concepts of humanity and existence.
Definition: 1) soul, self, life, creature, person, appetite, mind, living being, desire, emotion, passion 1a) that which breathes, the breathing substance or being, soul, the inner being of man 1b) living being 1c) living being (with life in the blood) 1d) the man himself, self, person or individual 1e) seat of the appetites 1f) seat of emotions and passions 1g) activity of mind 1g1) uncertain 1h) activity of the will 1h1) uncertain 1i) activity of the character 1i1) uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 683 OT verses. KJV: any, appetite, beast, body, breath, creature, [idiom] dead(-ly), desire, [idiom] (dis-) contented, [idiom] fish, ghost, [phrase] greedy, he, heart(-y), (hath, [idiom] jeopardy of) life ([idiom] in jeopardy), lust, man, me, mind, mortally, one, own, person, pleasure, (her-, him-, my-, thy-) self, them (your) -selves, [phrase] slay, soul, [phrase] tablet, they, thing, ([idiom] she) will, [idiom] would have it. See also: Genesis 1:20; Leviticus 26:43; Judges 18:25.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
תֹּאכַ֣ל
ʼâkal
H398
"to eat"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
This word means to eat or devour, and it's used in many stories, including when Jesus fed the 5000 with fish and bread in the book of Matthew. It's about taking in nourishment and being satisfied.
Definition: 1) to eat, devour, burn up, feed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to eat (human subject) 1a2) to eat, devour (of beasts and birds) 1a3) to devour, consume (of fire) 1a4) to devour, slay (of sword) 1a5) to devour, consume, destroy (inanimate subjects - ie, pestilence, drought) 1a6) to devour (of oppression) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be eaten (by men) 1b2) to be devoured, consumed (of fire) 1b3) to be wasted, destroyed (of flesh) 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to cause to eat, feed with 1c2) to cause to devour 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to feed 1d2) to cause to eat 1e) (Piel) 1e1) consume Aramaic equivalent: a.khal (אֲכַל "to devour" H0399)
Usage: Occurs in 703 OT verses. KJV: [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. See also: Genesis 2:16; Leviticus 6:9; Numbers 24:8.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
דָּ֑ם
dâm
H1818
"blood"
N-ms
Blood refers to the liquid that flows through the body, essential for life. In the Bible, blood is often used to symbolize life, guilt, or sacrifice, as seen in the story of Jesus' crucifixion.
Definition: 1) blood 1a) of wine (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 295 OT verses. KJV: blood(-y, -guiltiness, (-thirsty), [phrase] innocent. See also: Genesis 4:10; Numbers 19:5; Psalms 5:7.
וְ/נִכְרְתָ֛ה
kârath
H3772
"to cut"
Conj | V-Niphal-3fs
This Hebrew word means to cut or destroy something, but it also has a special meaning related to making a covenant or agreement. In Genesis 15:18, God makes a covenant with Abram, symbolized by cutting animals in half, showing the seriousness of the promise. This word is used to describe important agreements and alliances.
Definition: : cut/fell 1) to cut, cut off, cut down, cut off a body part, cut out, eliminate, kill, cut a covenant 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cut off 1a1a) to cut off a body part, behead 1a2) to cut down 1a3) to hew 1a4) to cut or make a covenant 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be cut off 1b2) to be cut down 1b3) to be chewed 1b4) to be cut off, fail 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be cut off 1c2) to be cut down 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cut off 1d2) to cut off, destroy 1d3) to cut down, destroy 1d4) to take away 1d5) to permit to perish 1e) (Hophal) cut off
Usage: Occurs in 280 OT verses. KJV: be chewed, be con-(feder-) ate, covenant, cut (down, off), destroy, fail, feller, be freed, hew (down), make a league (covenant), [idiom] lose, perish, [idiom] utterly, [idiom] want. See also: Genesis 9:11; 1 Samuel 24:6; Psalms 12:4.
הַ/נֶּ֥פֶשׁ
nephesh
H5315
"soul"
Art | N-cs
The Hebrew word for soul or living being, used in the Bible to describe the essence of a person or animal. It encompasses the ideas of life, breath, and vitality, and is translated as 'soul' or 'creature' in the KJV. This word is central to biblical concepts of humanity and existence.
Definition: 1) soul, self, life, creature, person, appetite, mind, living being, desire, emotion, passion 1a) that which breathes, the breathing substance or being, soul, the inner being of man 1b) living being 1c) living being (with life in the blood) 1d) the man himself, self, person or individual 1e) seat of the appetites 1f) seat of emotions and passions 1g) activity of mind 1g1) uncertain 1h) activity of the will 1h1) uncertain 1i) activity of the character 1i1) uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 683 OT verses. KJV: any, appetite, beast, body, breath, creature, [idiom] dead(-ly), desire, [idiom] (dis-) contented, [idiom] fish, ghost, [phrase] greedy, he, heart(-y), (hath, [idiom] jeopardy of) life ([idiom] in jeopardy), lust, man, me, mind, mortally, one, own, person, pleasure, (her-, him-, my-, thy-) self, them (your) -selves, [phrase] slay, soul, [phrase] tablet, they, thing, ([idiom] she) will, [idiom] would have it. See also: Genesis 1:20; Leviticus 26:43; Judges 18:25.
הַ/הִ֖וא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Art | Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
מֵֽ/עַמֶּֽי/הָ
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
Study Notes — Leviticus 7:27
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- Context
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- Leviticus 7:27 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 7:27
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 7:27
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 7:27
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 7:27
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 7:27
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 7:27
- Sermons on Leviticus 7:27
Context — Fat and Blood Forbidden
25If anyone eats the fat of an animal from which a food offering may be presented to the LORD, the one who eats it must be cut off from his people.
26You must not eat the blood of any bird or animal in any of your dwellings.
27If anyone eats blood, that person must be cut off from his people.’”
28Then the LORD said to Moses, 29“Speak to the Israelites and say, ‘Anyone who presents a peace offering to the LORD must bring it as his sacrifice to the LORD.Cross References
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| 1 | Hebrews 10:29 | How much more severely do you think one deserves to be punished who has trampled on the Son of God, profaned the blood of the covenant that sanctified him, and insulted the Spirit of grace? |
| 2 | Leviticus 7:20–21 | But if anyone who is unclean eats meat from the peace offering that belongs to the LORD, that person must be cut off from his people. If one touches anything unclean, whether human uncleanness, an unclean animal, or any unclean, detestable thing, and then eats any of the meat of the peace offering that belongs to the LORD, that person must be cut off from his people.” |
| 3 | Leviticus 7:25 | If anyone eats the fat of an animal from which an offering made by fire may be presented to the LORD, the one who eats it must be cut off from his people. |
Leviticus 7:27 Summary
This verse teaches us that eating blood is forbidden by God, and those who disobey will face serious consequences. This command helps us understand that life is precious and belongs to God, as seen in Genesis 9:4. By obeying this command, we show respect for God's authority and care for our own spiritual well-being, remembering that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, as stated in 1 Corinthians 6:19. As we consider this verse, we are reminded to honor God with our choices and actions, trusting in His wisdom and love for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of being cut off from one's people in Leviticus 7:27?
Being cut off from one's people means being excluded from the community and facing spiritual and physical consequences, as seen in Leviticus 7:25 and Numbers 9:13, emphasizing the seriousness of disobeying God's commands.
Why is eating blood forbidden in the Bible?
Eating blood is forbidden because it represents the life of the animal, and God reserves the right to take life, as stated in Genesis 9:4 and Leviticus 17:11, highlighting the importance of respecting God's authority over life and death.
How does this verse relate to the New Testament teaching on blood and food?
While the New Testament teaches that all food is clean in Mark 7:19 and Acts 10:15, the principle of respecting God's authority over life and death remains, and Christians are called to honor God with their bodies, as seen in 1 Corinthians 6:20.
What is the spiritual significance of blood in the Bible?
Blood represents life, atonement, and cleansing, as seen in Leviticus 17:11 and Hebrews 9:22, emphasizing the importance of blood in God's plan of salvation and the need for reverence and respect in handling it.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can honor God with my daily choices, including what I eat and drink?
- How can I balance my freedom in Christ with the need to respect God's authority and commands?
- What does this verse teach me about the value and sanctity of life, and how can I apply this principle in my relationships and decisions?
- In what ways can I be more mindful of God's presence and authority in my daily life, especially in areas where I may have previously been careless or disobedient?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 7:27
Whatsoever soul [it be] that eateth any manner of blood,.... The Targum of Jonathan adds, of any living creature, that is, of any while it is alive; for the Jews always interpret the law in Genesis
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 7:27
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, Ye shall eat no manner of fat.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 7:27
Leviticus 7:27 Whatsoever soul [it be] that eateth any manner of blood, even that soul shall be cut off from his people.Ver. 27. Whatsoever soul it be.] One would think this to be but a peccadillo: yet how fearfully is it threatened! No sin can be little, because there is no little God to sin against.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 7:27
(27) That soul shall be cut off.—According to the law which obtained during the second Temple, the punishment of excision was only inflicted for eating the life-blood (see Leviticus 17:11), that is, the blood in which the life of the animal resides, and the loss of which causes death. For eating the blood found in the limbs, or in any internal portion of the body, a sin offering had to be brought, and the offender was beaten with stripes.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 7:27
Verse 27. Whatsoever soul - that eateth any manner of blood] See Clarke on Genesis 9:4. Shall be cut off - excommunicated from the people of God, and so deprived of any part in their inheritance, and in their blessings. See Clarke on Genesis 17:14.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 7:27
Fat and Blood prohibited (22–27) The Peace-Offering being the only sacrifice which was partly consumed by the offerer, any rule as to portions of the animal that were not to be eaten would appropriately be added to the regulations concerning this sacrifice. Accordingly, in ch. 3, which treats of the Peace-Offering, the prohibition of fat and blood occurs in a short form (Leviticus 7:17). It is repeated here in connexion with the preceding regulations about Peace-Offerings. The fat which is prohibited is that contained in the portions reserved as an offering made by fire unto the Lord, described at length in chs. 3, 4 and Leviticus 7:3-5. They were the same in the Peace-, Guilt-, and Sin-Offerings. The ordinary fat found with the flesh was not forbidden. Leviticus 7:25 explains that the portions which in a sacrifice are set apart for the Lord must not be consumed as food by man, even when the animals were not suitable to be offered on the altar, as in the case of that which dieth of itself, or is torn of beasts. If the animal were fit to be offered, according to Leviticus 17:4-5, it must when killed be brought before the Lord, and these portions would be burnt on the altar by the priest. The prohibition extends only to the ox, sheep, or goat, i.e. to the animals which were brought for sacrifice, but the prohibition of blood (Leviticus 7:26) is more general. No manner of blood may be eaten, whether of fowl or beast.
It is of permanent obligation (Leviticus 3:17). The command is given to Noah, Genesis 9:4 (P), and is repeated in this book, Leviticus 17:10-14. Cp. 1 Samuel 14:32-34. The prohibition of blood was enforced among the Arabs by Mohammed. See J. M. Rodwell’s Koran2, Sur. 2. [xci. The Cow] 168.
Sermons on Leviticus 7:27
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The Voice of Jesus Blood by A.W. Tozer | The sermon transcript discusses various topics, including the consequences of breaking rules and the importance of having plans for the future. It also highlights the transformatio |
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A Fearful Thing by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the consequences of denying and disobeying God. He references the story of Adam and Eve and how their actions set the stage for the fallen na |
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Meet Your Psychiatrist: He Makes You Rich by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of serving others with grace. He references First Corinthians 15:9-10, where Paul acknowledges his unworthiness but recognizes |
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Beware of Dog's - Part 4 by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes the importance of total obedience to God, focusing on Jesus' pledge to obey the Father completely and how His obedience covers all believers. It highlights t |
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All That Matters by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, Ralph begins by describing a situation where they were unable to make blocks due to the water covering the sand. He then mentions seeing two donkeys on an island, e |
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The Unpardonable Sin by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the warning against hardening one's heart. He emphasizes that falling away from a truly spiritual position to an external and sacramental sy |
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(Audio) the Sin of All Sins Is Not Believing on Christ by Bob Jennings | This sermon emphasizes the gravity of the chief sin, which is not believing in the Lord Jesus Christ. It highlights the profound insult it is to disregard the sacrifice of Jesus on |