Dead of itself, or torn. — Comp. Leviticus 22:8. The same law was binding upon all the Israelites. (Leviticus 17:15.) In the wilderness they were required to “cast it to the dogs” (Exodus 23:31); afterwards they might give it to a stranger or sell it to an alien. (Deuteronomy 14:21.)
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Ezekiel 44:31
31 The priests shall not eat of any thing that is dead of itself, or torn, whether it be fowl or beast.