Pork: Does Science agree with the Bible?

Pork: Does Science agree with the Bible?

“Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day.” [Psalms 25:5]

     It is well known that, within the Islamic and Jewish faiths, pork consumption is considered a sin. Both the Bible and the Qur’an clearly state that the flesh of swine is unclean and should be avoided at all costs. Being that Christianity is also an Abrahamic Covenant, I believe that this statute should indeed apply to Christians. In fact, during Biblical times, pigs were used as a means of sanitation control and were the equivalent of what we call today “indoor plumbing”. Unfortunately, modern Christians have been led to neglect many of Moses’ Laws that state: Do Not Eat Swine. We will be taking an objective look at how modern scientific studies support Biblical law.

How popular is pork?

     The popularity of pork-products has been steadily increasing since the early 2000’s. “It’s never happened before,” Dennis Smith, a commodities broker and analyst at Archer Financial Services said, “It’s the first time in history that pork has equaled or surpassed beef production”. This shouldn’t come as a surprise to most; people LOVE their bacon, right? I was equally guilty in my love for pork, in almost any form. And it makes sense that pork would be more profitable, seeing how pigs produce litters, and cows are typically birthing one calf at a time. But what should come as a surprise is just how deadly pork can be, even for an unbeliever!

What does science have to say?

     There have been multiple studies resulting in proven health risks when consuming pork (especially the unhealthily raised pork we see being mass-produced today). Eating the flesh of swine can lead to parasitic infection, cirrhosis, toxoplasmosis, and hepatitis E, (the list goes on). There is evidence that Hepatitis E Virus is very common in pigs, which can be transferrable to humans via pork consumption. In fact, these diseases (and many others) are easily transferable because we humans are actually related to pigs!

Genetically Cousins?!

     “The pig is genetically very close to humans,” states animal geneticist Lawrence Schook. When you start looking at the genetics of the pig, they are one of the closest large-animal species to humans. I would argue that ingesting their meat could be defined as a form of cannibalism! It is well-known that pigs are bred for attempted animal-to-human organ transplants, as well as for developing insulin products. We can use these animals for their functional organs, yet we want to eat them? Indeed, the FDA force-feeds the average low-income American family this abomination!

“Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!” [Isaiah 5:20] *emphasis added

     According to The Continuing Survey of Food Intakes by Individuals, “per capita consumption of fresh pork was highest among low-income consumers”. They mass-produce this “meat” and then cheaply sell it to low-income families throughout our country. Of this low-income population, over 80% is within the black community! The American government likes to push meat-based diets (which meat isn’t required for nourishment, but I won’t go into that here), and then they push “The Other White Meat” onto these families that are simply trying their best to provide adequate care for their children. It seems that maybe the Scriptures knew of all of this information before science did.

“And the swine, though he divide the hoof, and be clovenfooted, yet he cheweth not the cud; he is unclean to you.” [Leviticus 11:7] *emphasis added

“Forbidden to you (for food) are: dead meat blood the flesh of swine and that on which hath been invoked the name of other than God…” [Surah 5:3] *emphasis added

But Jesus made all foods clean!

     Swine is mentioned in the Bible for dietary restrictions in Leviticus: Chapter 11, Deuteronomy: Chapter 14, and Isaiah: Chapter 65 and 66. Many will argue that Jesus made all foods clean. Let’s examine the verse that is leading people astray, causing them to enjoy swine free from guilt:

“Are you so dull?” he asked. “Don’t you see that nothing that enters a person from the outside can defile them? For it doesn’t go into their heart but into their stomach, and then out of the body.” (In saying this, Jesus declared all foods clean.) [Mark 7:18-19] *emphasis added

     Notice the underlined portion that is in parentheses? This portion of the verse is not the original Scripture! If you investigate several translations, you will see that it is an added interpretation. This is simply a footnote that has been deceivingly placed within the texts to make people believe that Jesus allows us to eat what YHWH deemed unclean. In fact, if you continue reading this chapter, you gain the context of this passage and realize that Jesus was simply referring to eating with unwashed hands. 

     Let’s entertain the idea, however, that Jesus did say this. Even by this perspective, Jesus still would not have considered pork food. Firstly, I find it hard to accept the concept that Jesus would have sat on a toilet and daydreamed about eating the bacon that was eating his excrement… Secondly, Scripture tells us that Jesus was the full embodiment of the Torah, meaning he lived the Word perfectly. The Word is perfectly clear that pigs are not to be on the menu. Simply put, Jesus would never have added or removed from YHWH’s Word; man’s doctrines, on the other hand, absolutely would and continually do. 

“…Yea, they have chosen their own ways, and their soul delighteth in their abominations.” [Isaiah 66:3] *emphasis added

Final thoughts

     As you can clearly see, science and Scripture can agree that pork is unclean. If you still believe that Jesus abolished the law, I went into detail regarding my position on the importance of observing Torah as a Believer here. The Torah is read and studied by both Jewish and Islamic cultures; this provides an understanding of why the religions have such similarities when it comes to restrictions and requirements. To put it simply, all those who are reading the Bible are all worshipping YHWH, the One True God. Noticeably, they all have their own fair share of corruptions by mans’ doctrines, but I would argue that Catholicism and Christianity have been led the farthest from the Truth on this topic.

     Coming to the realization that pork is not intended to be food may be hard for some of you, I know it was for me. But it is absolutely correct; just as you wouldn’t consider a dog, rat, bat, or skunk to be food. We have been brainwashed into believing that pork belongs on the menu, all as a despicable plan to ensure that you are defiling your temple. I pray that you have the courage to sacrifice this “meat” that is poisoning you, both in life and afterlife. Thus allowing your temple to fully receive the Light of YHWH and His Son, Jesus. May YHWH Bless you with insight and guide you in His Light.

“Thus saith the LORD, Keep ye judgment, and do justice: for my salvation is near to come, and my righteousness to be revealed.” [Isaiah 56:1]

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Original Article :

Pork: Does Science agree with the Bible? (victoriouswalkministries.org)

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