Leviticus 13:50
Leviticus 13:50 in Multiple Translations
And the priest is to examine the mildew and isolate the contaminated fabric for seven days.
And the priest shall look upon the plague, and shut up it that hath the plague seven days:
And the priest shall look upon the plague, and shut up that which hath the plague seven days:
And after it has been seen by the priest, the thing which is so marked is to be shut up for seven days:
The priest must inspect the mold and place the item in isolation for seven days.
Then the Priest shall see the plague, and shut vp it that hath the plague, seuen dayes,
'And the priest hath seen the plague, and hath shut up [that which hath] the plague, seven days;
The priest shall examine the plague, and isolate the plague seven days.
And the priest shall look upon the plague, and shut up that which hath the plague seven days:
And he shall look upon it and shall shut it up seven days:
The priest will examine it, and then put it in a separate place by itself for seven days.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 13:50
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Leviticus 13:50 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/רָאָ֥ה
הַ/כֹּהֵ֖ן
אֶת
הַ/נָּ֑גַע
וְ/הִסְגִּ֥יר
אֶת
הַ/נֶּ֖גַע
שִׁבְעַ֥ת
יָמִֽים
וְ/רָאָ֥ה
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
הַ/כֹּהֵ֖ן
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/נָּ֑גַע
negaʻ
H5061
plague
Art | N-ms
וְ/הִסְגִּ֥יר
çâgar
H5462
to shut
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/נֶּ֖גַע
negaʻ
H5061
plague
Art | N-ms
שִׁבְעַ֥ת
shebaʻ
H7651
seven
Adj
יָמִֽים
yôwm
H3117
day
N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 13:50
וְ/רָאָ֥ה
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
הַ/כֹּהֵ֖ן
kôhên
H3548
"priest"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.
Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)
Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/נָּ֑גַע
negaʻ
H5061
"plague"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this word refers to a plague or disease, like leprosy. It is used in Leviticus to describe the effects of sin and in Deuteronomy to warn against disobedience. The word can also mean a wound or a spot.
Definition: 1) stroke, plague, disease, mark, plague spot 1a) stroke, wound 1b) stroke (metaphorical of disease) 1c) mark (of leprosy)
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: plague, sore, stricken, stripe, stroke, wound. See also: Genesis 12:17; Leviticus 13:55; Psalms 38:12.
וְ/הִסְגִּ֥יר
çâgar
H5462
"to shut"
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms
To shut means to close something, like a door or a container. In the Bible, this word is used to describe surrendering or giving something up, like in the book of Ezra where the Israelites shut themselves in to pray.
Definition: 1) to shut, close 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to shut 1a2) to close, close up 1a3) closed up, closely joined, shut up 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be shut up 1b2) to be shut or closed 1c) (Piel) to shut up, deliver up 1d) (Pual) to be shut up 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to deliver up 1e2) to shut up, imprison 2) pure gold Aramaic equivalent: se.gar (סְגַר "to shut" H5463)
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: close up, deliver (up), give over (up), inclose, [idiom] pure, repair, shut (in, self, out, up, up together), stop, [idiom] straitly. See also: Genesis 2:21; 1 Kings 11:27; Psalms 17:10.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/נֶּ֖גַע
negaʻ
H5061
"plague"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this word refers to a plague or disease, like leprosy. It is used in Leviticus to describe the effects of sin and in Deuteronomy to warn against disobedience. The word can also mean a wound or a spot.
Definition: 1) stroke, plague, disease, mark, plague spot 1a) stroke, wound 1b) stroke (metaphorical of disease) 1c) mark (of leprosy)
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: plague, sore, stricken, stripe, stroke, wound. See also: Genesis 12:17; Leviticus 13:55; Psalms 38:12.
שִׁבְעַ֥ת
shebaʻ
H7651
"seven"
Adj
This word means the number seven, which was considered a special or sacred number. It can also mean seven times or a week, and is used in the Bible to describe completeness or perfection. The KJV translates it as seven or sevenfold.
Definition: 1) seven (cardinal number) 1a) as ordinal number 1b) in combination-17, 700 etc Aramaic equivalent: shiv.ah (שִׁבְעָה "seven" H7655)
Usage: Occurs in 344 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] by) seven(-fold),-s, (-teen, -teenth), -th, times). Compare H7658 (שִׁבְעָנָה). See also: Genesis 4:24; Leviticus 23:15; 2 Samuel 21:6.
יָמִֽים
yôwm
H3117
"day"
N-mp
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
Study Notes — Leviticus 13:50
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Context — Laws about Mildew
48any weave or knit of linen or wool, or any article of leather—
49and if the mark in the fabric, leather, weave, knit, or leather article is green or red, then it is contaminated with mildew and must be shown to the priest.
50And the priest is to examine the mildew and isolate the contaminated fabric for seven days.
51On the seventh day the priest shall reexamine it, and if the mildew has spread in the fabric, weave, knit, or leather, then regardless of how it is used, it is a harmful mildew; the article is unclean. 52He is to burn the fabric, weave, or knit, whether the contaminated item is wool or linen or leather. Since the mildew is harmful, the article must be burned up.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 44:23 | They are to teach My people the difference between the holy and the common, and show them how to discern between the clean and the unclean. |
Leviticus 13:50 Summary
This verse is saying that when something is contaminated, it needs to be isolated and examined to see if it's still good or if it's beyond repair. The priest is like a spiritual doctor, checking to see if the mildew is harmful, and if so, it needs to be removed to prevent its spread, much like the importance of removing sin from our lives, as seen in Psalm 51:2 and 1 John 1:9. This teaches us about the importance of separating what is clean from what is unclean, and trusting God's wisdom and timing, as seen in Romans 8:28 and Isaiah 40:31. By applying this principle, we can keep our hearts and lives clean and pure, as encouraged in Matthew 5:8 and 1 Peter 1:15-16.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of isolating the contaminated fabric for seven days?
The purpose of isolating the contaminated fabric is to determine if the mildew is harmful, as seen in Leviticus 13:50, and to prevent its spread, much like the quarantine principles found in Leviticus 13:4-6.
Why does the priest need to examine the mildew?
The priest needs to examine the mildew to determine if it is a harmful mildew, as stated in Leviticus 13:51, and to make a judgment about the cleanliness of the fabric, similar to the role of priests in Deuteronomy 24:8.
What happens if the mildew has spread after the seven days?
If the mildew has spread after the seven days, the fabric is considered unclean and must be burned, as stated in Leviticus 13:52, to prevent the spread of the contamination, a principle also seen in Leviticus 7:19.
Is this verse still relevant today?
While the specific context of mildew in fabrics may not be directly applicable today, the principle of separating the clean from the unclean, as seen in Leviticus 13:50, is still relevant in a spiritual sense, as taught in 2 Corinthians 6:17-18 and Revelation 18:4.
Reflection Questions
- What are the 'mildews' in my life that I need to isolate and examine, and how can I apply the principle of separation to my spiritual walk?
- How can I trust God's timing and wisdom, even when I'm waiting for an answer or a solution to a problem, just like the seven-day waiting period in this verse?
- What are the things in my life that are 'contaminated' and need to be removed, and how can I take steps to prevent their spread, as seen in the burning of the contaminated fabric in Leviticus 13:52?
- How can I apply the role of the priest in this verse to my own life, examining my heart and actions to determine what is clean and what is unclean, as encouraged in Psalm 139:23-24 and Lamentations 3:40?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 13:50
And the priest shall look upon the plague,.... The green or red spot in the garment, c.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 13:50
The garment also that the plague of leprosy is in, whether it be a woollen garment, or a linen garment; The garment ... that the ... leprosy is in.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 13:50
(50) And the priest shall look.—If upon examination the priest finds that the garment or vessel in question exhibits one of these symptoms, he must put it in quarantine for a week, as in the case of a human being. (See Leviticus 13:4.)
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 13:50
Leprosy in garments (47–59) The nature of these spots in clothing is not clear. It is generally supposed that they are caused by mildew or moth (see Art. Leprosy, HDB.); another suggestion is that the clothing had been worn by a leprous person, but this is not stated in the text. The materials of the garments are either wool, linen, or skin.
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