Leviticus 11:37

"Nevertheless a spring or a cistern in which water is gathered shall be clean, but that which touches their carcass shall be unclean."

Key Reflection

This verse contrasts purity and uncleanness, highlighting that physical water sources like springs or cisterns are clean, whereas contact with death—symbolizing sin—makes one unclean. It underscores the distinction between natural elements and spiritual defilement in ancient Israelite ritual purity laws.

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