What does it mean to eat Biblically clean?  Why have some made it a part of their faith?  And weren’t the dietary laws disposed of with Jesus’s sacrifice on the cross?  This post will explain a Biblically clean diet, answer the above questions, and more.

A diet change occurred for some Christians who have made their Biblical Hebraic Roots a part of their faith.  They aligned their diet with the one prescribed by God in the Bible.  This change is confusing to many from traditional Christianity as they believe all dietary laws were done away with when Jesus died for our sins. 

First of all, does God care what we eat?  Of course He does!  He cares about every aspect of His people’s lives– small and large.  In His mercy and patience, He knows we aren’t perfect and provides a Savior to cover all we do that disobeys Him. 

But after we receive Jesus as our Savior, should we continue in our disobedience?  Of course not!  As we mature as Christians, we must examine every area of our lives and continually grow closer and closer to the way God wants us to live in all areas. 

What It Is

Eating biblically clean comes from the command given in Leviticus 11 and Deuteronomy 14.  These chapters only cover animals and not vegetables, fruits, or grains.  Although everything in these chapters about hooves, fins, and scales can be confusing, we can narrow it down pretty simply.  Most animals we usually eat in the U.S. are fine.  But pork and shellfish are out, as are any other fish without fins and scales.  We don’t commonly eat other restricted animals – dogs, horses, rabbits, vultures, eagles, owls, snakes, etc. 

Biblically Clean vs. Kosher

Although there are apparent similarities, an Orthodox Jew would not consider a Biblically clean diet Kosher.  Basically, a Biblically clean diet follows the dietary laws given in Leviticus 11 literally.  Biblically clean is different from what’s referred to as a Kosher diet according to today’s understanding.  Eating Kosher includes not mixing meat with dairy products and other rabbinical additions to the statutes in Leviticus.

Why We Do It

• Out of obedience

As we all recall the story of Adam and Eve, we always question why they ate the fruit.  Why didn’t they just take God at His word and obey Him?  It was such a small thing to avoid just one of the many trees in the garden.  They were given such a beautiful place to live, peace, each other, and communion with God!  What more could they need? 

Biblically clean is similar to the way we view these dietary laws.  God gives us all we have and has lavishly blessed us.  He gives us numerous food choices outside of the restrictions he gives.  We can (and many do) live free and happy lives without including the restricted foods in our diet.  The cost of obeying these laws is minimal, but disobeying God always has negative consequences, even if we see the issue as insignificant. 

• To set us apart 

In conclusion to His explanation of the dietary restrictions in Leviticus 11, God states the following:

“For I am the Lord who brought you up from the land of Egypt to be your God; thus you shall be holy, for I am holy.’” Lev. 11:45

As Gentiles grafted in to the promises given to Israel by God, this verse is for us, too!  God doesn’t want us to blend in with those around us.  He wants us to look different – to be His! 

Dietary laws, along with the Sabbath and other commands, do set us apart from the rest of the world.  If you keep the Sabbath or eat Biblically clean, you’ll soon learn how different your life will look from those around you. 

• God knows what’s best for us

Many people propose that God gave the dietary laws for health reasons.  Whether or not this is true isn’t clear, but it’s also irrelevant.  If God tells us to do anything, we know it’s for good – our good, the good of others, or for His glory.  If He told the people of Israel, His chosen people, what not to eat, we can trust that it was not only best for them then but is best for us today.

• Remembering who we serve 3 times a day

Sometimes it’s challenging to stay focused on what’s important, isn’t it?  When eating according to the Biblical dietary laws, we’re reminded many times daily who we’re living for.  If I were living for myself and ordering a pizza, I’d order a pepperoni pizza, but I have to stop and think before I order since I’m committed to eating Biblically clean.  What would God prefer I order?  Wouldn’t we rather please Him with even the little things in life, like what we order at a restaurant?  Is it possible He doesn’t care about something that small?  I don’t think so!

• Spiritual discipline

We live in a culture in which there’s really no right or wrong.  Where you draw the line on any issue is up to you, and you can change it anytime.  But how does a Christian discipline him or herself to stay on God’s path in our culture?  Discipline is like a muscle.  Some call it the “no” muscle.  If we live giving in to everything our flesh desires, how do we exercise this “no” muscle? 

Keeping a Biblically clean diet is very helpful for building discipline in life – both yours and that of those around you, like your children!  When we have uncompromising things to adhere to, we keep our “no” muscle in good shape.  An exercise you must do three or more times daily will make spiritual discipline second nature as you must stop and think before each meal, ensuring that it aligns with your beliefs. 

Did Jesus Say Dietary Laws Don’t Matter?

People often use the story in Mark 7:1-23 as a reason not to eat according to the laws in the Bible.  Here, Jesus scolds the Pharisees for condemning those eating without first ritually washing their hands.  However, a few points are beneficial in understanding what’s going on here. 

First, Jesus notes that they are putting the traditions of man above the Commands of God.  Ritual hand washing was a law made by the rabbis of the time and not a Command from God. 

Second, Jesus didn’t refer to the food during this chapter but to ritual hand washing.  One can apply the meaning to food, but Jesus didn’t say that.

Third, most English Bible translations include a sentence at the end of this story with a highly disputed translation.  It’s in verse 19 and is often in parentheses: “Thus he declared all foods clean.” But that’s a loose translation from the original Greek.  We can easily interpret the point of this story in the context Jesus indicated – that ritual hand washing doesn’t make foods clean or unclean.

What Would Jesus Eat?

Have you ever wondered what Jesus ate while he was here on earth?  All of his meals would have been eaten according to specific rules, not just because he was Jewish by heritage but out of obedience to God – to avoid sin and obey the Laws God gave us. 

Think about it.  Had Jesus broken these dietary laws and disobeyed God, would he have been perfect?  Would he have qualified to be our Savior and Messiah? Nope.

But What About Peter’s Vision?

Acts 10 is another place Christians look to to show we shouldn’t adhere to dietary laws.  But, again, taken in context, this chapter isn’t talking about food at all but about people.  

Read the whole story when you get a chance, but to summarize, Peter has a vision in which a sheet is lowered three times.  On the sheet are all kinds of animals – both clean and unclean. A voice says, “Get up, Peter, kill and eat.” Peter protests, saying he’s never eaten anything unclean. He then hears the voice again. This time, it says, “What God has cleansed, no longer consider common.” (Side note – for an eye-opening view of this story, do a word study on the words used here for clean, unclean, and common.)

Instead of accepting the vision and the words at face value, Peter is perplexed. He’s pretty disturbed by it and tries to figure out what the vision could have possibly meant. 

Many stop here and conclude that the vision meant two things – that followers of Jesus are to disobey the commands concerning food in Leviticus 11 and that Gentiles are allowed into the faith and able to receive the Holy Spirit. That could be one way to interpret this story, but later, Peter explains more than once (Acts 10:28 & 11:2-18) that he’s figured out what the vision meant and that it’s about people (Gentiles included in the faith). He doesn’t mention it being about food at all. 

How Does Grace Factor in?

So, if we’re supposed to keep the dietary laws post-Jesus, doesn’t that mean we’re doing works to earn our salvation? 

No – not at all. Let me explain. The Bible discussed two relevant concepts here – justification and sanctification. Salvation (or justification) is a one-time thing. It occurs when we repent of our sin and turn to Jesus, putting our belief in him as the one who paid for our sin. 

When we discuss the things we do in our daily lives as we live obedient to God, we’re talking about a process called sanctification. A simple way to explain it is that we grow closer and closer to holiness as we mature in our faith.

So, eating unclean animals does not condemn us in the same way stealing doesn’t. We eat Biblically clean not to be saved but because we are saved and love and trust God.   We want to live God’s way and obey Him. He has given us the way to live in His Word, and Jesus also upheld the authority of these instructions (Matt. 5:17-19).

Should You Eat Biblically Clean?

Like all the changes a Christian makes in his or her life, the first step is to consult God.  Honestly seek what He has to say as you seek an answer to this question.  Be sensitive to whether or not The Spirit is convicting you on this issue.  If you’re still on the fence about it, check out the Holy Cow: Does God Care What We Eat? for more Biblically-based information on the subject of diet.

Challenge

If you’re thinking of going Biblically clean, try it out as you’re waiting for God’s answer.  Eat Biblically clean for one month and see what happens.  Did you think about God more or the same amount?  Did you find yourself in the Word more or less?  Did discipline in other areas of your life increase or stay the same?  Does the thought of returning to the way you previously ate bother you? 

I love getting questions from my audience and try to answer all of them to the best of my ability. With a worldwide audience, many of the same questions are asked, so I put my answers all in one post to help you find the answers you’re looking for. If you don’t see your question here, add it in the comments or send me a message, and I’ll do my best to answer you. 

Here are the most frequently asked questions, not necessarily in any order.

How do I find a Hebraic congregation?

The most common question is, “Is there a Hebraic congregation near me?” The answer can be complicated because many congregations don’t make their information public, and some are small congregations that lack the resources to advertise when and where they meet. 

These congregations can be challenging to find. A partial solution lies in the online directories to connect people with a congregation in their area. I’ve compiled the directories I know of in one post, How to Find a Hebraic Congregation, and I included options for an online community in case you cannot find a live one near you.  

What do I do if my spouse disagrees with my spiritual beliefs?

Whether or not this is your question, I’m sure you’d be surprised at how often I get this one! Very often, spouses don’t have the same level of conviction in pursuing a more Hebraic faith walk. This differing conviction is a sensitive issue and can be heartbreaking, but it’s not unlike many other differences in marriage. Many Christians I know are in different places spiritually than their spouse but still maintain a successful marriage, despite that hardship.

Aside from differences in individual situations, I almost always recommend what was recommended to wives of unbelievers in 1 Peter 3.

Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives, when they see your respectful and pure conduct. 

1 Peter 3:1-2, (NASB)

I don’t think nagging or arguing will cause the Spirit to convict your spouse. But I believe the positive change in your actions and attitude from your spiritual growth will be evident and contagious. 

As you make changes in your faith and life, weigh each change you make for the impact it will have on your marriage. For example, you may want to attend a more Hebraic congregation, but your spouse is comfortable at your current church. Could you find a Hebraic Bible study (see the next section) or an online community instead? If you feel strongly about not working on the Sabbath, maybe you could make it your day off and focus on Bible study or another Sabbath activity rather than on your spouse working that day. 

In summary, respond to the Spirit’s conviction that has moved you in the Hebraic direction, but don’t make it a wedge between you and your spouse if possible. Be in constant communication with God about your words and actions and how they will affect your relationship with your spouse and God. Be sensitive to the Spirit’s leading as you balance the battles that must be fought (if any!) and those of lesser importance. 

What do I do to observe the Sabbath?

As we realize how precious the Sabbath should be to God’s people, we explore different options for using the time on the Sabbath day. Keeping the Sabbath is not only the fourth of the Ten Commandments; the Bible says it’s a sign that we’re God’s people. I wrote this post in response to the question of what to do on the Sabbath: What DO We Do on the Sabbath?

The Sabbath should be a day set apart from the other days of the week, but not just by taking time for ourselves. We should rest and enjoy this day off from our regular work, but we should also set it apart for God. That means we replace our priorities on that day with His, more than we try to on other days of the week.

Although the Sabbath looks different in every family, here are some things my family includes in ours.

Physical rest

Bible study 

Family time

Time with our fellow Believers

What do you call yourselves? 

One of my best friends and I have this conversation a lot, and I know many of you do too! Naming Hebraic believers can be confusing! For example, I consider myself a Hebraic Roots believer, but if you scour the internet for what that means, you’ll come up with many different things, and among them are a few beliefs I disagree with 100%! In saying this, I’d like to point out that there are many types of Hebraic Believers with varying belief systems. People also hold differing beliefs in traditional Christianity, but it’s not as easy to assume what a Hebraic Roots Believer believes. 

In my faith community, we lean more toward Messianic Judaism. We have some Messianic Jews in our congregation and also generally agree that Messianic Jewish resources and worship traditions tend to be the most Biblically solid. Other communities I’ve visited are less traditional, even though we hold very similar beliefs. Those of us who lean more toward Messianic Jewish teachings and traditions often refer to ourselves as “Messianics.” We can’t say we’re Messianic Jews because we’re not Jewish, even though we worship with Jews. We’re technically “Messianic Gentiles,” but I hesitate to use that term because many Christians object to being referred to as “Gentiles” (even though that’s what we are).

So, why don’t we just call ourselves “Christians”? Well, this is where things get a bit messy. If you define a Christian as someone who believes that Jesus is the Messiah and that he has authority over your life, Hebraic believers fit under that title. However, belief in Jesus isn’t something all people tend to associate with the term “Christian.”  

Traditional Christians generally believe that the Law (commandments in the Old Testament) have been done away with due to Jesus’s atonement for sin. They follow the Gregorian calendar instead of the Biblical calendar, and their main holidays are Christmas and Easter instead of the Biblical Holy Days. Whether you agree with these beliefs and practices or not, most people around the world identify these as “Christian.” Because of this, some Hebraic believers find it misleading to call themselves “Christian” and instead call themselves “Messianic” or whatever term they find to be a better fit. Not calling themselves Christian doesn’t mean they deny Christ, just that they believe differently than most Christians.

Do Messianics believe in grace?

The short answer is yes! We believe that Jesus’s death on the cross paid the price we could not for our sin and that our sin has been fully atoned for through him.

Now for the long answer. Once you have this saving faith, your actions and beliefs will change as you grow in your faith, and you’ll increase in holiness. This process is referred to as “sanctification.” Our actions naturally follow when we honestly turn our hearts toward following Jesus. Most Christians agree with this, and this idea is Biblically supported.

The point Messianics and traditional Christians disagree on is what we’re responsible for once we’re saved. Traditional Christians would usually say that we’re responsible for obeying the 10 Commandments (Ex. 20), the Great Commission (Matt. 28:19), and loving our neighbor (Lev. 19:18), among other commands found in the Bible.

But many Hebraic believers believe that, as a grafted-in part of Israel, the best way to live is the way God laid out for His people from the beginning of Creation. We take Jesus at his word when he says he didn’t come to abolish the Law. We take seriously his warning that whoever annuls (also translated as “breaks,” “nullifies,” and “relaxes”) one of the commandments and teaches others to do the same will be called least in the Kingdom of Heaven (Matt. 5:17-19). We conclude from Jesus’s quote here and others that Jesus takes the Commandments of the Torah seriously and teaches his followers to do so as well. 

We don’t believe that grace and works are mutually exclusive but must both be present in genuine and mature faith, as stated in James 2:14-26 – “faith without works is dead.”   

Isn’t this cultural appropriation? 

What I find most interesting about this question isn’t that it’s asked, but who asks it! I get this question only from either non-Jews or people who are Jewish by heritage but don’t practice Judaism. And they usually aren’t just asking; they’re aggressively condemning me for following traditions they do not hold dear. They bring up historical situations where Christians committed violence against the Jewish people and claim that non-Jews embracing Jewish traditions are committing that same violence.

Because they make this claim, it’s clear that they don’t know any Messianics personally. We do the exact opposite of violence against Jews. We hold the Jewish people high because God says they are His Chosen people. Instead of erasing their traditions, we want them to be revered and valued. We honor them in our congregations and our families, not because we hate them but because we see the value in worshipping God in the way He desires, which many of these Jewish traditions have done for thousands of years.

The other exciting thing about this topic is the support this movement has from observant, non-Messianic Jews. Some have contacted me personally to thank me for what I do to help bring the truth from God’s Word to the Christian community, and one was even happy that I pointed out the Jewishness of Jesus!

Are you Jewish?

Nope. Not as far as I know. In addition to asking if I’m Jewish, people also ask if I think I’m becoming Jewish by embracing these traditions. I don’t believe that doing traditionally Jewish practices can make a Gentile into a Jew; however, I find Jewish traditions tend to be true to the Bible. Because of that, they’re also valuable to Christians – especially those aiming to return to their faith’s Biblical roots. 

When I first started attending Messianic Jewish services, I realized that many of their traditions are Biblical. I learn even more about these Biblical foundations as I discover more about Jewish traditions. Some I even see Jesus participating in as I study the New Testament (one example: Luke 14:16, where he participates in synagogue services by reading from the Torah). The more I learn about them, the more I love these traditions as they bring glory to God through His Word and even to our Messiah! 

What is the Law?

What the Law includes is, unfortunately, a big misunderstanding between traditional Christians and Messianic believers. You’ll get various answers if you ask a conventional Christian what the Law is. Some say it’s the 10 Commandments. Some say the only laws are “Love God and Love People,” and some consider the Great Commission a law. 

But the answer is much more straightforward than this. “The Law” is all of the commands God gave to His people in the Torah (the Bible’s first five books). Wise Jewish rabbis have scoured the Torah to find all God asks of His people and have devised a collection of 613 Laws. You can read them and where they’re located in the Bible here. 

“Wow,” you say. “613! That’s a lot! How could God possibly expect us to keep that many laws?!”

Well, not only does He expect us to (Lev. 22:31, Rev. 14:11, and so many others), He says we’re capable of keeping them and that they’re not too much to ask of us (Deut. 30:11, 1 John 5:1-5).

To go even further, the Bible says that we’re to love God’s laws (Ps. 1:2, 19:7-14, 119, Prov 29:18, Rom. 7:22, and others).

And if you’re wondering how Jesus feels about the Law, here are a few of his quotes:

“Do not think that I came to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I did not come to abolish but to fulfill. For truly I say to you, until heaven and earth pass away, not the smallest letter or stroke shall pass from the Law until all is accomplished. Whoever then annuls one of the least of these commandments, and teaches others to do the same, shall be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever keeps and teaches them, he shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.”

Matt. 5:17-19 (NASB)

“And someone came to Him and said, “Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may obtain eternal life?” And He said to him, “Why are you asking Me about what is good? There is only One who is good; but if you wish to enter into life, keep the commandments.”

Matt. 19:16-17, (NASB)

“He who has My commandments and keeps them is the one who loves Me; and he who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and will disclose Myself to him.”

John 14:21, (NASB)

“If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love; just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and abide in His love.”

John 15:10, (NASB)

Now, to reiterate what I said in the section on grace, we DO NOT believe that keeping the Commandments is what saves us. However, we know that God laid out a specific way to live as His people, and Jesus upheld this prescribed way to live in his teachings. Once we attain salvation, we begin the sanctification process- becoming more like God and our Savior.

What are good Hebraic Bible translations?

Which translation is best depends on who you ask, but I’ll provide some options since I get this question sometimes.

The Tree of Life Bible

This one is listed first because it’s my favorite. It’s easy to read but an excellent translation for those whose faith leans toward the Hebraic direction. 

The Scriptures Bible

The Institute for Scripture Research developed this literal translation, keeping some of the original words in Hebrew, such as the name of God, יהוה.

The Complete Jewish Bible

Translated by David Stern, this Bible translation speaks to both Jewish and Christian believers through the connecting of the Old and New Testaments.

The Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible

This Bible adds the context of the ancient culture of the Bible. It includes beautiful maps and diagrams to bring the Bible to life through your studies.

What Hebraic Bible studies do you recommend?

A growing number of these are out there, which is terrific for believers on this path. 

Torah Class

This study is my absolute favorite. I’ve learned so much from Tom Bradford. His teachings are solidly based on the Bible, and his teaching method is clear. 

Torah Club

First Fruits of Zion has a Bible study from a Messianic Jewish point of view. Although they have books you can purchase, most Torah Clubs meet in person weekly worldwide.  

Torah Portions

Studying the Bible through the Torah Portions is a great way to get the whole picture of the big story throughout the New and Old Testaments. It’s my favorite way to study the Bible, and my family and I repeat it yearly, learning new things each time!

My favorite Torah portion study is Daily Bread for Busy Moms. I also use it with my kids!

Where can I learn Hebrew?

Since I know some are wondering why we think Biblical Hebrew is so important to our faith, you can read my response here: 7 Ways Learning Hebrew Benefits Your Christian Faith.

Holy Branches website

If you’re an absolute beginner, you can start learning the letter and vowel sounds and basic reading on my website. You’ll enjoy the free printable flashcards! There’s some additional information on Hebrew words and the language as well. 

BibleInteract

Dr. Anne Davis is a retired professor of Biblical studies who offers her Biblical language courses on Udemy. They’re high-quality college-level courses and include Reading Biblical Hebrew for Beginners, Intermediate Biblical Hebrew, and Advanced Biblical Hebrew. Donating partners get a discount on courses.

Hebrew For Christians

This website has a lot of information on the Hebrew language, as well as study cards and explanations of Hebrew letters, vowels, and grammar.

Learn Biblical Hebrew Pack

This pack has all you need to go from a beginner to an advanced Hebrew student and beyond! The best thing about it is that you can do the entire course at your own pace and in your own home. 

Where can I learn more about the Hebraic faith?

Right here on this website! Looking for something in particular? Visit the home page and search for what you’re interested in. You can also get the “book version” of the instructional info on my website here: Bring Shalom to Your Home by Holly Eastburg.

But there are other great resources out there as well. Here are some others.

Hebrew For Christians

John Parsons explains the traditions of Messianic Judaism and provides many resources for learning Biblical Hebrew. His website has so much useful information! 

The Chabad

This website is a wealth of information about Biblical and Jewish traditions. They also have teachings on each Torah portion and more!

Those are the most frequently asked questions I’ve encountered recently. I may update this article if I find other common questions in the future. 

Have another question? Ask in the comments!  

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I’ve been getting Artza boxes for a while now, and they have been getting better and better! This box is by far my favorite one yet. Here are the items in the Biblical Archaeology box.

Dead Sea Scrolls and Inkwell

This inkwell is my favorite item in the Biblical Archaeology box! Discovered alongside the famous jars containing the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Dead Sea inkwells were used to write those texts thousands of years ago. This box includes an inkwell replica with a reed pen and scroll bearing Psalm 122:7 in Hebrew. It also comes with a card with the Hebrew alphabet and even the Ancient Hebrew alphabet. There’s even a place in the Artzabox booklet to trace some Hebrew words.

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Wooden Ark Building Kit

Made by Touchwood Designs in Jerusalem, this ready-to-build kit is a tiny replica of the Ark of the Covenant in the Bible. All of the pieces are pre-cut. All you have to do is punch them out of the wood piece and assemble! The assembly instructions are easy, and it doesn’t require glue, nails, or any other supplies other than what’s included.

Wax Stamp and Sealing Wax

This stamp includes wax that can seal five envelopes. But the fascinating thing about the stamp is the design on it. It’s made to resemble a 2,000-year-old ancient coin found in Israel. The stamp is attractive and of good quality, and the gold wax is cut into hexagonal shapes that are just the right size to press with the seal.

Hand-Pressed Hebrew Cards

These hand-made raw paper cards feature a Hebrew word (translated into English) printed on the front and a Bible verse inside. Envelopes are included! The edges of the cards and envelopes are raw, giving them a unique natural appearance. These would be a perfect place to use the seal and sealing wax included in this box for a lovely note of thanks or encouragement to a loved one!

Linen Pillowcase Cover

Featuring loaves and fish from Jesus’s miracle of feeding the 5,000 in the Gospels, this pillowcase cover will fit an 18×18 inch pillow. It is a natural brown color delicately designed with grey/light black ink. There’s a zipper on the back to insert and remove a pillow easily.

Red Lentil Spice Mix

You’ll appreciate the savory aroma of this blend as soon as you open it! This red lentil mix is a ready-to-cook meal or side dish in an attractive container. The Mediterranean Red Lentils recipe is in this Artza box booklet. You’ll need the red lentil mix, olive oil, salt, water, and parsley to make it. That’s it! It only needs to simmer for 10 minutes, so it will take under 30 minutes to make.

Galilean Anointing Oil

This oil is reminiscent of the anointing oil mentioned in the Bible, containing the scents of frankincense and myrrh. Its light fragrance is perfect for an anointing oil or other various purposes. It comes in a glass container with a roller ball for easy application.

Za’atar Cashews

These nuts are a delicious addition to this box. These cashew nuts are flavored with hyssop and other herbs and are roasted in Israel. They’re a low-sugar and tasty, protein-filled snack.

The Biblical Archaeology Artza box is the one I like the most so far. The items included are valuable and meaningful. What a fantastic way to learn about the Holy Land!

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