Cannibalism in the Bible: From Covenant Curse to Final Fulfillment. Cannibalism is one of the darkest images in Scripture. Far from sensationalism, the Bible uses it as a warning of covenant judgment. From the curses of Deuteronomy to the sieges of Samaria and Jerusalem, and even into prophetic and apocalyptic visions, the theme is tragically real. Tracing every occurrence shows how sin dehumanizes—and how Christ ultimately breaks the curse.

Blessings and Curses: Deuteronomy’s Covenant of Life and Death. As Israel prepared to enter the Promised Land, Moses laid before them a choice of breathtaking clarity: blessing or curse, life or death. Deuteronomy 27–30 describes these covenant terms in vivid detail. Obedience would bring fruitfulness and security; rebellion would bring devastation—including unthinkable horrors such as famine so severe that some would resort to cannibalism. This covenant drama still warns and