Leviticus 11:20 meaning and explanation

All flying insects that walk on all fours are detestable to you.

Leviticus 11:20, Berean Standard Bible

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The LORD is speaking to Moses and Aaron, who are to pass these food laws to the Israelites newly freed from Egypt. Verses 20 to 23 address winged insects: those that walk on all fours are detestable, but the ones with jointed legs for hopping, the locust, katydid, cricket and grasshopper, may be eaten.

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