Leviticus 11 - 12

God outlines the dietary laws for His people. Animals must have a split hoof AND be a ruminate (chew its cud) in order to be acceptable for food. A list of unacceptable animals, birds, fish, and 'creeping things' is given so that God's people will know exactly what they may consume. Procedures are described in the occasion that a person comes into contact with an unclean animal or a dead animal. Other guidelines are given regarding childbirth and the uncleanness that is incurred in that process. The overriding principle is "be holy for I [the LORD] am holy" - His people are to reflect His unique purity in their own lives and practices.