Deuteronomy 12:15
French Vigouroux 1902 Bible
(Mais) Si tu veux manger de la viande, si tu aimes à te nourrir de chair, tue des bêtes, et manges-en selon la bénédiction que le Seigneur ton Dieu t'aura donnée dans tes villes ; soit que ces bêtes soient impures, c'est-à-dire quelles aient quelque tache ou quelque défaut dans les membres du corps ; soit quelles soient pures, c'est-à-dire entières et sans tache, comme celles qui peuvent être offertes à Dieu ; manges-en, ainsi que tu manges de la biche ou du cerf.
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Deuteronomy says that you can eat meat anywhere you want, as long as it's what you desire and it comes from God's blessing. It emphasizes that both clean and unclean people can eat these meats, like roebuck and hart. Moses is speaking to the Israelites, giving them guidelines for their lives.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your parents said you could eat any yummy food you wanted, anywhere you wanted, as long as it was good for you. That's what God is saying to the Israelites in this verse, but about meat! He’s saying it's okay for everyone, even if they aren’t super clean, to enjoy meat like roebuck or hart.
Historical Background
This verse is part of the Book of Deuteronomy, which Moses wrote around 1200-1000 BC. He was addressing the Israelites, preparing them to enter the Promised Land. In that time, food rules were very important for religious and health reasons.
Living It Out Today
In today's context, imagine a community that has strict rules about food but is now given more freedom. This verse can inspire us to enjoy the blessings we have without unnecessary restrictions, as long as we follow the basic guidelines set by our faith.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is speaking in Deuteronomy 12:15?
Moses is speaking to the Israelites, giving them instructions on their way to the Promised Land.
What kind of freedom does this verse provide?
It provides freedom for the Israelites to eat meat anywhere they want, as long as it is from God's blessing and includes both clean and unclean people.
How does this verse relate to the Israelites' journey?
This verse is part of Moses' instructions as the Israelites prepare to enter the Promised Land, setting them up with guidelines for their new life there.
What can we learn about God's blessings from this verse?
We learn that God's blessings include the freedom to enjoy the good things He provides, as long as they are consumed within the guidelines He sets.