Leviticus 11-13
This quiz covers the dietary laws and purity rituals in Leviticus chapters 11 to 13. It assesses understanding of clean and unclean animals, specific prohibitions on birds and sea creatures, and purity laws concerning childbirth, enhancing learners' comprehension of ancient religious practices.
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Which type of animal was considered unclean? Lev 11:4-6
- A.
Cow
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Goat
- C.
Rabbit
Correct Answer
C. RabbitExplanation
According to Leviticus 11:4-6, rabbits were considered unclean animals. This is because they do not chew the cud, which is a requirement for an animal to be considered clean. Therefore, the correct answer is rabbit.Rate this question:
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What kind of animal was forbidden for the Israelites to eat that lived in the ocean or river? Lev 11:10-11
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Those with fins and scales
- B.
Those without fins and scales
- C.
Those with whiskers or antennae
Correct Answer
B. Those without fins and scalesExplanation
In Leviticus 11:10-11, it is stated that the Israelites were forbidden from eating animals that lived in the ocean or river and did not have fins and scales. This means that the correct answer is "those without fins and scales." The reason behind this prohibition is not explicitly mentioned in the given information. However, according to Jewish dietary laws, animals with fins and scales are considered kosher, while those without fins and scales are not. This restriction helped the Israelites maintain their dietary and ritual purity.Rate this question:
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Which kind of bird from the following list was forbidden for the Israelites to eat? Lev 11:13-15
- A.
All kinds of black birds
- B.
Chicken
- C.
Dove
Correct Answer
A. All kinds of black birdsExplanation
The correct answer is all kinds of black birds. According to Leviticus 11:13-15, the Israelites were forbidden to eat any kind of black bird. This prohibition was part of the dietary laws given to the Israelites, which outlined what animals were considered clean or unclean for consumption. While chickens and doves were not specifically mentioned as forbidden, black birds in general were not allowed to be eaten.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Did God permit the Israelites to eat the kind of locusts that have wings? Lev 11:20-22
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
A. YesExplanation
According to Leviticus 11:20-22, God permitted the Israelites to eat certain kinds of locusts that have wings. This suggests that the consumption of these specific locusts was allowed and permissible for the Israelites.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Were crocodiles considered clean or unclean? Lev 11:29
- A.
Clean
- B.
Unclean
Correct Answer
B. UncleanExplanation
According to Leviticus 11:29, crocodiles were considered unclean. This means that they were not permitted to be eaten or used for any ceremonial or religious purposes by the Israelites. The distinction between clean and unclean animals was an important part of the dietary and religious laws outlined in the book of Leviticus. Unclean animals were believed to be impure and could potentially transmit spiritual impurity to those who came into contact with them. Therefore, the Israelites were instructed to avoid consuming or interacting with unclean animals like crocodiles.Rate this question:
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Would a woman remain unclean longer if she gave birth to a boy or a girl? Lev 12:1-5
- A.
A boy
- B.
A girl
- C.
She would remain unclean for an equal amount of time, irregardless of the gender
Correct Answer
B. A girlExplanation
According to Leviticus 12:1-5, a woman would remain unclean for a longer period of time if she gave birth to a girl. The passage states that after giving birth to a male child, the woman would be unclean for seven days, and then she would have an additional 33 days of purification. However, if she gave birth to a female child, her period of uncleanness would be extended to 14 days, followed by 66 days of purification. Therefore, the correct answer is that a woman would remain unclean longer if she gave birth to a girl.Rate this question:
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Was it considered a "sin" to give birth? Lev 12:6-8
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Yes, and a sin offering had to be made in order to become pure from the sin.
- B.
No, God would never consider giving birth a sin, since He commanded us to reproduce.
- C.
It was only a sin if the birth was by a woman who was not married.
- D.
The act of giving birth in any case should not be considered a sinful act.
Correct Answer
D. The act of giving birth in any case should not be considered a sinful act.Explanation
Mark Rooker emphasizes that while the passage specifies that a new mother presents offerings to the priest for atonement, it is essential not to interpret the act of giving birth as inherently sinful in any circumstance.Rate this question:
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