Deuteronomy 14:21
Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Deuteronomy says not to eat animals that died on their own. Instead, you can give or sell them to outsiders. It also reminds the Israelites they are special to God and not to cook a young goat in its mother's milk. Moses is giving instructions to the Israelites about what is clean and holy.
Explained for Children
Imagine you find a dead bird in the park. This verse says you shouldn't eat it, but you can give it to someone else who might want to. It also reminds us to be kind and holy, like not mixing milk and meat in a funny way.
Historical Background
Deuteronomy was written by Moses around 1200 BC to the Israelites. The Israelites were about to enter the Promised Land and needed to know what practices were acceptable and holy. This verse emphasizes the importance of maintaining purity and distinguishing themselves from other cultures.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, we can think of this verse as a reminder to be mindful of the origins of our food and to be considerate of others' needs. For example, if you find expired food at a store, you might donate it to a food bank instead of discarding it.