What the Bible says about

Swine

15 references · Nave's Topical Bible (1896) · tap any verse for study tools

“And the pig, though it has a split hoof completely divided, does not chew the cud; it is unclean for you.”
Leviticus 11:7 BSB
“Although they chew the cud, they do not have a divided hoof. They are unclean for you, as well as the pig; though it has a divided hoof, it does not chew the cud. It is unclean for you. You must not eat its meat or touch its carcass.”
Deuteronomy 14:8 BSB
“sitting among the graves, spending nights in secret places, eating the meat of pigs and polluted broth from their bowls.”
Isaiah 65:4 BSB
““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.”
Isaiah 66:17 BSB
“Whoever slaughters an ox is like one who slays a man; whoever sacrifices a lamb is like one who breaks a dog’s neck; whoever presents a grain offering is like one who offers pig’s blood; whoever offers frankincense is like one who blesses an idol. Indeed, they have chosen their own ways and delighted in their abominations.”
Isaiah 66:3 BSB
“The boar from the forest ravages it, and the creatures of the field feed upon it.”
Psalms 80:13 BSB
“Like a gold ring in a pig’s snout is a beautiful woman who lacks discretion.”
Proverbs 11:22 BSB
“Do not give dogs what is holy; do not throw your pearls before swine. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and then turn and tear you to pieces.”
Matthew 7:6 BSB
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