Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But if, when the priest examines it, there is no white hair in it and it is not more than skin deep and has faded, then the priest is to isolate them for seven days. New Living Translation But if the priest finds no white hair on the affected area and the problem appears to be no more than skin-deep and has faded, the priest must quarantine the person for seven days. English Standard Version But if the priest examines it and there is no white hair in it and it is not deeper than the skin, but has faded, then the priest shall shut him up seven days. Berean Standard Bible But when the priest examines it, if there is no white hair in it, and it is not beneath the skin and has faded, the priest shall isolate him for seven days. King James Bible But if the priest look on it, and, behold, there be no white hairs therein, and if it be not lower than the skin, but be somewhat dark; then the priest shall shut him up seven days: New King James Version But if the priest examines it, and indeed there are no white hairs in it, and it is not deeper than the skin, but has faded, then the priest shall isolate him seven days; New American Standard Bible But if the priest looks at it, and behold, there are no white hairs in it and it is not deeper than the skin and is faded, then the priest shall isolate him for seven days; NASB 1995 “But if the priest looks at it, and behold, there are no white hairs in it and it is not lower than the skin and is faded, then the priest shall isolate him for seven days; NASB 1977 “But if the priest looks at it, and behold, there are no white hairs in it and it is not lower than the skin and is faded, then the priest shall isolate him for seven days; Legacy Standard Bible But if the priest looks at it, and behold, there are no white hairs in it, and it is not lower than the skin and is faded, then the priest shall isolate him for seven days; Amplified Bible But if the priest examines it and finds no white hair in it and it is not deeper than the skin and is dull in color, then the priest shall isolate him for seven days. Christian Standard Bible But when the priest examines it, if there is no white hair in it, and it is not beneath the skin but is faded, the priest will quarantine him seven days. Holman Christian Standard Bible But when the priest examines it, if there is no white hair in it, and it is not beneath the skin but is faded, the priest must quarantine him seven days. American Standard Version But if the priest look on it, and, behold, there be no white hairs therein, and it be not lower than the skin, but be dim; then the priest shall shut him up seven days: Contemporary English Version But if the white area is only on the surface of the skin and hasn't become any worse, and if the hair in it hasn't turned white, he will tell you to stay away from everyone else for seven days. English Revised Version But if the priest look on it, and, behold, there be no white hairs therein, and it be not lower than the skin, but be dim, then the priest shall shut him up seven days: GOD'S WORD® Translation But if the priest examines the affected area and the hair in it is not white or the affected area is not deeper than the rest of the skin but has faded, the priest must put him in isolation for seven days. Good News Translation But if the priest examines it and finds that the hairs in it have not turned white and that it is not deeper than the surrounding skin, but is light in color, the priest shall isolate you for seven days. International Standard Version If the priest undertakes an examination, but there's no white hair in it and it's not more extensive than skin deep, but it's dull, then the priest is to isolate him for seven days. Majority Standard Bible But when the priest examines it, if there is no white hair in it, and it is not beneath the skin and has faded, the priest shall isolate him for seven days. NET Bible If, however, the priest examines it, and there is no white hair in it, it is not deeper than the skin, and it has faded, then the priest is to quarantine him for seven days. New Heart English Bible But if the priest examines it, and look, there are no white hairs in it, and it isn't deeper than the skin, but is dim, then the priest shall isolate him seven days. Webster's Bible Translation But if the priest shall look on it, and behold, there are no white hairs in it, and if it is not lower than the skin, but somewhat dark; then the priest shall shut him up seven days: World English Bible But if the priest examines it, and behold, there are no white hairs in it, and it isn’t deeper than the skin, but is dim, then the priest shall isolate him seven days. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd if the priest sees it, and behold, there is no white hair in it, and it is not lower than the skin, and has faded, then the priest has shut him up [for] seven days; Young's Literal Translation 'And if the priest see it, and lo, there is no white hair in it, and it is not lower than the skin, and is become weak, then hath the priest shut him up seven days; Smith's Literal Translation And if the priest shall see it, and behold, no white hair in it, and it not low from the skin, and it was dim; and the priest shut him up seven days: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut if the hair be of the former colour, and the scar somewhat obscure, and be not lower than the flesh that is near it, he shall shut him up seven days. Catholic Public Domain Version But if the hair is of the usual color, and the scar is somewhat obscure and is not lower than the nearby flesh, he shall seclude him for seven days. New American Bible But if the priest, upon examination, finds that there is no white hair in it and that it is not deeper than the skin and is faded, the priest shall quarantine the person for seven days. New Revised Standard Version But if the priest examines it and the hair on it is not white, nor is it deeper than the skin but has abated, the priest shall confine him seven days. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut if the priest look on it, and, behold, there is no white hair in it and if it is not deeper than the skin but is even with the skin, then the priest shall observe it seven days; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And if the Priest will see that white hairs are not in it and it is not deeper than the skin, but is even, the Priest shall seclude him seven days: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917But if the priest look on it, and, behold, there be no white hairs therein, and it be not lower than the skin, but be dim, then the priest shall shut him up seven days. Brenton Septuagint Translation But if the priest look, and behold there is no white hair on it, and it be not below the skin of the flesh, and it be dark-coloured; then the priest shall separate him seven days. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Laws about Skin Diseases…20The priest shall examine it, and if it appears to be beneath the skin and the hair in it has turned white, the priest shall pronounce him unclean; it is a diseased infection that has broken out in the boil. 21But when the priest examines it, if there is no white hair in it, and it is not beneath the skin and has faded, the priest shall isolate him for seven days. 22If it spreads any further on the skin, the priest must pronounce him unclean; it is an infection.… Cross References Matthew 8:2-4 Suddenly a leper came and knelt before Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” / Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. / Then Jesus instructed him, “See that you don’t tell anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and offer the gift prescribed by Moses, as a testimony to them.” Luke 17:12-14 As He entered one of the villages, He was met by ten lepers. They stood at a distance / and raised their voices, shouting, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!” / When Jesus saw them, He said, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And as they were on their way, they were cleansed. Mark 1:40-42 Then a leper came to Jesus, begging on his knees: “If You are willing, You can make me clean.” / Moved with compassion, Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” / And immediately the leprosy left him, and the man was cleansed. Luke 5:12-14 While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell facedown and begged Him, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” / Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately the leprosy left him. / “Do not tell anyone,” Jesus instructed him. “But go, show yourself to the priest and present the offering Moses prescribed for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.” Matthew 10:8 Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse the lepers, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give. 2 Kings 5:1-14 Now Naaman, the commander of the army of the king of Aram, was a great man in his master’s sight and highly regarded, for through him the LORD had given victory to Aram. And he was a mighty man of valor, but he was a leper. / At this time the Arameans had gone out in bands and had taken a young girl from the land of Israel, and she was serving Naaman’s wife. / She said to her mistress, “If only my master would go to the prophet who is in Samaria, he would cure him of his leprosy.” ... Numbers 12:10-15 As the cloud lifted from above the Tent, suddenly Miriam became leprous, white as snow. Aaron turned toward her, saw that she was leprous, / and said to Moses, “My lord, please do not hold against us this sin we have so foolishly committed. / Please do not let her be like a stillborn infant whose flesh is half consumed when he comes out of his mother’s womb.” ... Deuteronomy 24:8 In cases of infectious skin diseases, be careful to diligently follow everything the Levitical priests instruct you. Be careful to do as I have commanded them. Isaiah 53:4 Surely He took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows; yet we considered Him stricken, struck down by God, and afflicted. Matthew 11:5 The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor. Luke 7:22 So He replied, “Go back and report to John what you have seen and heard: The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor. 2 Chronicles 26:19-21 Uzziah, with a censer in his hand to offer incense, was enraged. But while he raged against the priests in their presence in the house of the LORD before the altar of incense, leprosy broke out on his forehead. / When Azariah the chief priest and all the priests turned to him and saw his leprous forehead, they rushed him out. Indeed, he himself hurried to get out, because the LORD had afflicted him. / So King Uzziah was a leper until the day of his death. He lived in isolation, leprous and cut off from the house of the LORD, while his son Jotham had charge of the royal palace and governed the people of the land. Mark 14:3 While Jesus was in Bethany reclining at the table in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, made of pure nard. She broke open the jar and poured it on Jesus’ head. John 9:6-7 When Jesus had said this, He spit on the ground, made some mud, and applied it to the man’s eyes. / Then He told him, “Go, wash in the Pool of Siloam” (which means “Sent”). So the man went and washed, and came back seeing. Acts 10:38 how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how Jesus went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, because God was with Him. Treasury of Scripture But if the priest look on it, and, behold, there be no white hairs therein, and if it be not lower than the skin, but be somewhat dark; then the priest shall shut him up seven days: shut him 1 Corinthians 5:5 To deliver such an one unto Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus. Jump to Previous Bright Dark Deep Deeper Dim Examines Faded Hair Hairs Isolate Isolation Lower Pale Seven Shut Skin Somewhat Therein Weak WhiteJump to Next Bright Dark Deep Deeper Dim Examines Faded Hair Hairs Isolate Isolation Lower Pale Seven Shut Skin Somewhat Therein Weak WhiteLeviticus 13 1. The laws whereby the priest is to be guided in discerning the leprosy.But when the priest examines it In ancient Israel, priests served not only as religious leaders but also as health inspectors. Their role in examining skin conditions was crucial for maintaining the community's purity and health. This examination process reflects the importance of discernment and careful observation in spiritual leadership. if there is no white hair in it and it is not beneath the skin and has faded the priest shall isolate him for seven days Persons / Places / Events 1. PriestThe priest serves as the mediator and examiner in matters of ritual purity, particularly concerning skin diseases. In ancient Israel, priests were responsible for maintaining the community's spiritual and physical health. 2. Levitical Law This is part of the Mosaic Law given to the Israelites, specifically dealing with laws of cleanliness and uncleanliness, which were crucial for maintaining holiness and order within the community. 3. Isolation A period of separation mandated by the priest to determine the nature of a skin condition. This was a protective measure for the community to prevent the spread of disease. Teaching Points Role of Spiritual LeadershipThe priest's role in examining and isolating reflects the responsibility of spiritual leaders to guide and protect their communities. Leaders today must discern and address issues that could harm the spiritual health of their congregations. Importance of Holiness The laws in Leviticus highlight the importance of holiness and purity. Christians are called to live lives set apart, maintaining spiritual cleanliness through Christ. Community Protection The isolation period was a measure to protect the community. Similarly, Christians are called to be mindful of actions and behaviors that could negatively impact the body of Christ. Spiritual Examination Just as the priest examined physical conditions, believers are encouraged to examine their hearts and lives regularly, seeking God's guidance to address areas needing spiritual healing. Healing and Restoration The process of examination and isolation ultimately aimed at restoration. In Christ, there is hope for healing and restoration from sin and brokenness.(21) But if the priest.--In the absence, however, of these two symptoms, the patient is to be put in quarantine for one week only. Hebrew But whenוְאִ֣ם ׀ (wə·’im) Conjunctive waw | Conjunction Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not the priest הַכֹּהֵ֗ן (hak·kō·hên) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3548: Priest examines it, יִרְאֶ֣נָּה (yir·’en·nāh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 7200: To see if וְהִנֵּ֤ה (wə·hin·nêh) Conjunctive waw | Interjection Strong's 2009: Lo! behold! there is no אֵֽין־ (’ên-) Adverb Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle white לָבָ֔ן (lā·ḇān) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 3836: White hair in it, שֵׂעָ֣ר (śê·‘ār) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8181: Hair and it is not אֵינֶ֛נָּה (’ê·nen·nāh) Adverb | third person feminine singular Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle beneath וּשְׁפָלָ֥ה (ū·šə·p̄ā·lāh) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 8217: Depressed the skin הָע֖וֹר (hā·‘ō·wr) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5785: Skin, hide, leather and has faded, כֵהָ֑ה (ḵê·hāh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 3544: Dim, dull, faint the priest הַכֹּהֵ֖ן (hak·kō·hên) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3548: Priest shall isolate him וְהִסְגִּיר֥וֹ (wə·his·gî·rōw) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular Strong's 5462: To shut up, to surrender for seven שִׁבְעַ֥ת (šiḇ·‘aṯ) Number - masculine singular construct Strong's 7651: Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number days. יָמִֽים׃ (yā·mîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3117: A day Links Leviticus 13:21 NIVLeviticus 13:21 NLT Leviticus 13:21 ESV Leviticus 13:21 NASB Leviticus 13:21 KJV Leviticus 13:21 BibleApps.com Leviticus 13:21 Biblia Paralela Leviticus 13:21 Chinese Bible Leviticus 13:21 French Bible Leviticus 13:21 Catholic Bible OT Law: Leviticus 13:21 But if the priest examines it (Le Lv Lev.) |
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