Leviticus 17:11
Leviticus 17:11
For the life of the flesh is in the blood.
The sanctity of life is profoundly expressed in this verse, 'For the life of the flesh is in the blood.' Blood is depicted as the essence of life, a sacred element that sustains and defines our existence. This understanding of blood as life affirms the holiness of life itself and underscores the importance of respecting and protecting it. Throughout Scripture, blood is often associated with covenant, sacrifice, and atonement, further emphasizing its sacredness. This verse serves as a reminder that life is a gift from God, inherently valuable and worthy of honor. In a world where life is sometimes devalued, this message calls us back to a fundamental respect for the lives of others and ourselves. It inspires a commitment to protect and cherish the divine gift of life, recognizing its sacred origins and purpose.
Exodus 20:13
Thou shalt not kill.
Ecclesiastes 7:29
Lo, this only have I found, that God hath made man upright.
Isaiah 49:15
Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee.
Job 10:11
Thou hast clothed me with skin and flesh, and hast fenced me with bones and sinews.