God forbade the eating of pork to the Israelites in the Old Testament under the laws of the covenant.
The Prohibition in the Old Testament
The prohibition against eating pork is specifically stated in the Old Testament within the laws that God gave to the Israelites. This is found in the book of Leviticus.
- Leviticus 11:7: This verse explicitly declares pigs as unclean and states that the Israelites should not eat their meat or touch their carcasses.
God considered pigs to be unclean animals, making their consumption forbidden. Isaiah 65:1-5 also indicates God's displeasure with those who consume pig's flesh.
New Testament Perspective
It is important to note that views on this prohibition vary. Some interpretations of the New Testament suggest that these dietary laws were fulfilled by Jesus and are no longer binding on Christians. However, other interpretations maintain the prohibition. This is a complex theological discussion.
