New International VersionIf it is spreading in the skin, the priest shall pronounce them unclean; it is a defiling disease.
New Living TranslationIf during that time the affected area spreads on the skin, the priest must pronounce the person ceremonially unclean, because it is a serious disease.
English Standard VersionAnd if it spreads in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean; it is a disease.
Berean Standard BibleIf it spreads any further on the skin, the priest must pronounce him unclean; it is an infection.
King James BibleAnd if it spread much abroad in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean: it is a plague.
New King James Versionand if it should at all spread over the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean. It is a leprous sore.
New American Standard Bibleand if it spreads farther on the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean; it is an infection.
NASB 1995and if it spreads farther on the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean; it is an infection.
NASB 1977and if it spreads farther on the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean; it is an infection.
Legacy Standard Bibleand if it spreads farther on the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean; it is an infection.
Amplified BibleIf it spreads farther on the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean; it is a disease.
Christian Standard BibleIf it spreads further on the skin, the priest must pronounce him unclean; it is in fact a disease.
Holman Christian Standard BibleIf it spreads further on the skin, the priest must pronounce him unclean; it is an infection.
American Standard Versionand if it spread abroad in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean: it is a plague.
Contemporary English VersionIf the sore begins spreading during this time, the priest will say, "You are unclean because you have a disease."
English Revised VersionAnd if it spread abroad in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean: it is a plague.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationIf the area has spread, the priest must declare him unclean. It is a skin disease.
Good News TranslationIf the spot spreads, the priest shall pronounce you unclean; you are diseased.
International Standard VersionBut if the infection has spread in the skin, then the priest is to declare him unclean. It's a skin rash.
NET BibleIf it is spreading further on the skin, then the priest is to pronounce him unclean. It is an infection.
New Heart English BibleIf it spreads in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean. It is a plague.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd if it hath spread much in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean: it is a plague. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleIf it spreads any further on the skin, the priest must pronounce him unclean; it is an infection.
World English BibleIf it spreads in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean. It is a plague. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand if it spreads greatly in the skin, then the priest has pronounced him unclean—it [is] a plague;
Young's Literal Translation and if it spread greatly in the skin, then hath the priest pronounced him unclean, it is a plague;
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd if spreading, it shall spread in the skin, and the priest defiled him: it the stroke. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd if it spread, he shall judge him to have the leprosy:
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd if it will have certainly increased, he shall judge him to have leprosy.
New American BibleIf it has then spread on the skin, the priest shall declare the person unclean; it is an infection.
New Revised Standard VersionIf it spreads in the skin, the priest shall pronounce him unclean; it is diseased. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd if it spreads much in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean; because it is the plague of leprosy.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd if it will truly change in the skin, the Priest shall declare it unclean, because it is a sore of leprosy. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And if it spread abroad in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean: it is a plague.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationBut if it manifestly spread over the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean: it is a plague of leprosy; it has broken out in the ulcer.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Laws about Skin Diseases… 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. 22Ifit spreadsanyfurther on the skin,the priestmust pronounce him unclean;itis an infection.23But if the spot remains unchanged and does not spread, it is only the scar from the boil, and the priest shall pronounce him clean.…
Cross References Matthew 8:2-4Suddenly 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 17:12-14As 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 1:40-42Then 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.
Matthew 10:8Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse the lepers, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give.
Luke 5:12-14While 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.”
2 Kings 5:1-14Now 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 12:10-15As 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 24:8In 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.
2 Chronicles 26:19-21Uzziah, 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.
Isaiah 53:4Surely He took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows; yet we considered Him stricken, struck down by God, and afflicted.
Matthew 11:5The 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 4:27And there were many lepers in Israel in the time of Elisha the prophet. Yet not one of them was cleansed—only Naaman the Syrian.”
Mark 14:3While 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 9:1-7Now as Jesus was passing by, He saw a man blind from birth, / and His disciples asked Him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” / Jesus answered, “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but this happened so that the works of God would be displayed in him. ...
Acts 10:38how 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 And if it spread much abroad in the skin, then the priest shall pronounce him unclean: it is a plague. a plague. Jump to Previous AbroadDiseaseDiseasedFartherGreatlyIncreasingInfectionInfectiousPlaguePriestPronouncePronouncedSkinSoreSpreadSpreadingSpreadsUncleanJump to Next AbroadDiseaseDiseasedFartherGreatlyIncreasingInfectionInfectiousPlaguePriestPronouncePronouncedSkinSoreSpreadSpreadingSpreadsUncleanLeviticus 13 1.The laws whereby the priest is to be guided in discerning the leprosy.If it spreads any further on the skinThis phrase addresses the progression of a skin condition, which in the context of Leviticus, is a critical factor in determining ritual purity. The spread of the condition signifies a worsening state, which is significant in the ancient Israelite community where health and ritual cleanliness were closely linked. The skin diseases mentioned in Leviticus 13 are not limited to modern medical definitions but include a variety of conditions that could affect one's ability to participate in communal worship. The emphasis on the spread highlights the need for vigilance and careful observation, reflecting the broader biblical theme of sin's pervasive nature if left unchecked ( Galatians 5:9). the priest must pronounce him unclean;
The role of the priest here is crucial, as he acts as both a spiritual and communal leader. The priest's pronouncement is not merely a medical diagnosis but a declaration with significant religious and social implications. Being declared unclean affected one's ability to participate in religious activities and required separation from the community. This reflects the holiness code in Leviticus, where maintaining purity is essential for the community's relationship with God. The priest's authority in this matter underscores the importance of spiritual leadership and discernment, paralleling the New Testament role of church leaders in maintaining doctrinal purity (1 Timothy 3:1-7). it is an infection.
The term "infection" here is understood within the context of ancient Israelite culture, where the distinction between physical and spiritual health was often intertwined. The Hebrew word used can refer to a variety of skin conditions, not necessarily infectious in the modern sense, but seen as a defilement that required purification. This reflects the broader biblical theme of sin as a defiling influence that requires cleansing. The concept of infection can be seen as a type of sin, which spreads and corrupts, necessitating intervention and purification, much like the redemptive work of Christ, who cleanses believers from sin (1John 1:7). Persons / Places / Events 1. PriestIn ancient Israel, priests were responsible for maintaining the holiness of the community, including diagnosing and managing skin diseases as described in Leviticus 13. 2. Person with Skin DiseaseThe individual who is being examined by the priest for signs of spreading disease, which could render them ceremonially unclean. 3. Israelite CommunityThe broader community that is affected by the laws of cleanliness and uncleanliness, which are crucial for maintaining communal holiness and health. 4. TabernacleThe central place of worship for the Israelites, where the presence of God dwelled and where ceremonial cleanliness was essential. 5. Levitical LawThe body of laws given to the Israelites, including those concerning cleanliness, which were intended to set them apart as God's holy people. Teaching Points Holiness and Community HealthThe laws in Leviticus emphasize the importance of holiness and the health of the community. They remind us that our actions and conditions can affect those around us. Role of Spiritual LeadershipThe priest's role in diagnosing and declaring someone clean or unclean underscores the importance of spiritual leadership in guiding and maintaining the spiritual health of the community. Spiritual ContagionJust as physical diseases can spread, so can spiritual and moral corruption. We must be vigilant in our spiritual lives to prevent sin from spreading within us and our communities. Restoration and RedemptionThe process of being declared clean again points to the hope of restoration and redemption, which is fully realized in Christ, who cleanses us from all unrighteousness. Personal Reflection and ExaminationThis passage encourages us to examine our own lives for areas of spiritual "disease" and to seek God's cleansing and healing. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 13
How do Leviticus 22's rules compare with New Testament teachings on grace and accessibility for all believers?
Does commanding people with suspicious spots to remain quarantined align with modern understandings of infectious diseases (Leviticus 13:4-5)?
In Leviticus 22:3, why would a loving God issue such a severe punishment for priests who approach holy things while unclean?
Leviticus 15:13 - If repeated washing was hygienic, why add a waiting period and a sacrifice with no clear scientific basis?(22) And if it spread much abroad.--If, on inspecting it again at the end of the seven days' seclusion, the priest finds that the spot has spread, it was evident that the blood was vitiated, and that the distemper began to develop in the body. It is a plague.--That is, of leprosy. The word "leprosy," which has here dropped out of the text, is still preserved in some of the ancient versions.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Ifוְאִם־(wə·’im-)Conjunctive waw | Conjunction
Strong's 518:Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, notit spreadsפָּשֹׂ֥ה(pā·śōh)Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute
Strong's 6581:To spreadanyתִפְשֶׂ֖ה(ṯip̄·śeh)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 6581:To spreadfurther on the skin,בָּע֑וֹר(bā·‘ō·wr)Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5785:Skin, hide, leatherthe priestהַכֹּהֵ֛ן(hak·kō·hên)Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3548:Priestmust pronounce him unclean;וְטִמֵּ֧א(wə·ṭim·mê)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2930:To be or become uncleanitהִֽוא׃(hî)Pronoun - third person feminine singular
Strong's 1931:He, self, the same, this, that, as, areis an infection.נֶ֥גַע(ne·ḡa‘)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5061:Mark -- a blow, a spot
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