Leviticus 14:54
Leviticus 14:54 in Multiple Translations
This is the law for any infectious skin disease, for a scaly outbreak,
This is the law for all manner of plague of leprosy, and scall,
This is the law for all manner of plague of leprosy, and for a scall,
This is the law for all signs of the leper's disease and for skin diseases;
These are the regulations for any infectious skin disease, for a scabby infection,
This is the law for euery plague of leprosie and blacke spot,
'This [is] the law for every plague of the leprosy and for scall,
This is the law for any plague of leprosy, and for an itch,
This is the law for all manner of plague of leprosy, and scall,
This is the law of every kind of leprosy and stroke.
“Those are the regulations for contagious diseases, for itching sores,
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 14:54
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Leviticus 14:54 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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זֹ֖את
הַ/תּוֹרָ֑ה
לְ/כָל
נֶ֥גַע
הַ/צָּרַ֖עַת
וְ/לַ/נָּֽתֶק
זֹ֖את
zôʼth
H2063
this
Pron
הַ/תּוֹרָ֑ה
tôwrâh
H8451
instruction
Art | N-fs
לְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
נֶ֥גַע
negaʻ
H5061
plague
N-ms
הַ/צָּרַ֖עַת
tsâraʻath
H6883
leprosy
Art | N-fs
וְ/לַ/נָּֽתֶק
netheq
H5424
scab
Conj | Prep | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 14:54
זֹ֖את
zôʼth
H2063
"this"
Pron
This Hebrew word means this or that, often used to point out something specific. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 570 OT verses. KJV: hereby (-in, -with), it, likewise, the one (other, same), she, so (much), such (deed), that, therefore, these, this (thing), thus. See also: Genesis 2:23; Numbers 7:88; Judges 1:27.
הַ/תּוֹרָ֑ה
tôwrâh
H8451
"instruction"
Art | N-fs
The Hebrew word for instruction or law, referring to the Ten Commandments or the first five books of the Bible, guiding human behavior and moral code.
Definition: 1) law, direction, instruction 1a) instruction, direction (human or divine) 1a1) body of prophetic teaching 1a2) instruction in Messianic age 1a3) body of priestly direction or instruction 1a4) body of legal directives 1b) law 1b1) law of the burnt offering 1b2) of special law, codes of law 1c) custom, manner 1d) the Deuteronomic or Mosaic Law
Usage: Occurs in 213 OT verses. KJV: law. See also: Genesis 26:5; Nehemiah 8:7; Psalms 1:2.
לְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
נֶ֥גַע
negaʻ
H5061
"plague"
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.
הַ/צָּרַ֖עַת
tsâraʻath
H6883
"leprosy"
Art | N-fs
Leprosy is a skin disease that appears in Leviticus 13-14, where Moses gives rules for diagnosing and treating it. It also refers to mildew in clothing and buildings. In the Bible, leprosy is often a symbol of sin and uncleanness.
Definition: 1) leprosy 1a) in people, malignant skin disease (Le 13:1-14:57) 1b) in clothing, a mildew or mould (Le 13:47-52) 1c) in buildings, a mildew or mould (Le 14:34-53)
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: leprosy. See also: Leviticus 13:2; Leviticus 13:51; 2 Chronicles 26:19.
וְ/לַ/נָּֽתֶק
netheq
H5424
"scab"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a scab or skin eruption, like those associated with leprosy, as seen in Leviticus 13:2. It describes a dry scall on the skin. In the Bible, it is used to describe a symptom of leprosy.
Definition: scab, skin eruption, scall (of leprosy)
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: (dry) scall. See also: Leviticus 13:30; Leviticus 13:34; Leviticus 14:54.
Study Notes — Leviticus 14:54
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Context — Cleansing a Home
52And he shall cleanse the house with the bird’s blood, the fresh water, the live bird, the cedar wood, the hyssop, and the scarlet yarn.
53Finally, he is to release the live bird into the open fields outside the city. In this way he will make atonement for the house, and it will be clean.
54This is the law for any infectious skin disease, for a scaly outbreak,
55for mildew in clothing or in a house, 56and for a swelling, rash, or spot,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 15:32 | This is the law of him who has a discharge, of the man who has an emission of semen whereby he is unclean, |
| 2 | Leviticus 14:32 | This is the law for someone who has a skin disease and cannot afford the cost of his cleansing.” |
| 3 | Leviticus 6:9 | “Command Aaron and his sons that this is the law of the burnt offering: The burnt offering is to remain on the hearth of the altar all night, until morning, and the fire must be kept burning on the altar. |
| 4 | Leviticus 6:14 | Now this is the law of the grain offering: Aaron’s sons shall present it before the LORD in front of the altar. |
| 5 | Leviticus 6:25 | “Tell Aaron and his sons that this is the law of the sin offering: In the place where the burnt offering is slaughtered, the sin offering shall be slaughtered before the LORD; it is most holy. |
| 6 | Numbers 6:13 | Now this is the law of the Nazirite when his time of separation is complete: He must be brought to the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, |
| 7 | 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. |
| 8 | Numbers 19:14 | This is the law when a person dies in a tent: Everyone who enters the tent and everyone already in the tent will be unclean for seven days, |
| 9 | Leviticus 14:2 | “This is the law for the one afflicted with a skin disease on the day of his cleansing, when he is brought to the priest. |
| 10 | Numbers 5:29 | This is the law of jealousy when a wife goes astray and defiles herself while under her husband’s authority, |
Leviticus 14:54 Summary
Leviticus 14:54 is talking about the laws that God gave to the Israelites for dealing with infectious skin diseases. These laws were important for keeping the community healthy and pure, and they also pointed to the need for spiritual cleansing and purity, as seen in Psalm 51:7. Just like the Israelites needed to follow God's laws to be clean and pure, we need to follow God's commands to experience spiritual cleansing and restoration, as seen in 1 John 1:9 and Matthew 9:35. By trusting and obeying God, we can experience His healing and restoration in our lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of skin diseases is Leviticus 14:54 referring to?
This verse is referring to various infectious skin diseases, including those that cause scaly outbreaks, as mentioned in the verse, and other conditions such as swelling, rash, or spot, as mentioned in Leviticus 14:56. These conditions were likely caused by bacterial or fungal infections, and the laws given in Leviticus were for the purpose of maintaining purity and preventing the spread of disease, as seen in Leviticus 13:1-59.
Why did God give laws for skin diseases in the Bible?
God gave laws for skin diseases to teach the Israelites about the importance of purity and separation from things that were unclean, as seen in Leviticus 11:44-45. By following these laws, the Israelites would be reminded of the importance of obedience to God's commands and the need for spiritual cleansing, as seen in Psalm 51:7.
How do the laws for skin diseases in Leviticus relate to our lives today?
While the specific laws for skin diseases in Leviticus may not be directly applicable to our lives today, the principles behind them are still relevant. We are still called to be separate from the world and to seek spiritual cleansing, as seen in 2 Corinthians 6:17-18 and 1 John 1:9.
What can we learn from the context of Leviticus 14:54?
The context of Leviticus 14:54, which includes the ritual for cleansing a house from infectious disease, reminds us that God is concerned with our physical and spiritual well-being, as seen in Exodus 15:26 and Matthew 9:35. By following God's commands, we can experience healing and restoration, as seen in Psalm 103:3.
Reflection Questions
- How does this verse remind me of the importance of seeking spiritual cleansing and purity in my own life?
- What are some ways that I can apply the principles of separation and obedience to God's commands in my daily life?
- How can I trust God to provide healing and restoration in my life, just as He provided for the Israelites in the wilderness?
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate my love and obedience to God through my actions and choices, as seen in John 14:15 and 1 John 5:3?
- How can I use this verse to remind myself of the importance of seeking God's guidance and wisdom in all areas of my life, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 14:54
This [is] the law for all manner of plague of leprosy, and scall. The leprosy in general in the bodies of men, and of that in particular which was on the head and beard, and went by the name of the scall, Leviticus 13:29.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 14:54
And if the priest shall come in, and look upon it, and, behold, the plague hath not spread in the house, after the house was plaistered: then the priest shall pronounce the house clean, because the plague is healed.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 14:54
(54-56) This is the law for all manner of plague.—These verses sum up the laws of leprosy given in Leviticus 13, 14. The various names contained in Leviticus 14:56 are repeated from Leviticus 13:2.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 14:54
54–57. A summary of the cases dealt with in chs. 13, 14. Special sections have also their closing verses, see Leviticus 13:59, Leviticus 14:32.
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The Law of the Leper by George Warnock | George Warnock preaches on the importance of true cleansing through the Blood of Christ, emphasizing the need for humility and repentance in seeking God's purification. He uses the |