Leviticus 13:7
Leviticus 13:7 in Multiple Translations
But if the rash spreads further on his skin after he has shown himself to the priest for his cleansing, he must present himself again to the priest.
But if the scab spread much abroad in the skin, after that he hath been seen of the priest for his cleansing, he shall be seen of the priest again:
But if the scab spread abroad in the skin, after that he hath showed himself to the priest for his cleansing, he shall show himself to the priest again:
But if the size of the mark on his skin is increased after he has been seen by the priest, let him go to the priest again:
However, if the rash does spread after the person has been inspected by the priest and has been declared clean, the person must go back to be inspected again.
But if the skab growe more in the skinne, after that he is seene of ye Priest for to be purged, he shall be seene of the Priest yet againe.
'And if the scab spread greatly in the skin, after his being seen by the priest for his cleansing, then he hath been seen a second time by the priest;
But if the scab spreads on the skin after he has shown himself to the priest for his cleansing, he shall show himself to the priest again.
But if the scab shall spread much in the skin, after he hath been seen by the priest for his cleansing, he shall be seen by the priest again:
But if the leprosy grow again, after he was seen by the priest and restored to cleanness, he shall be brought to him,
But if the sore spreads after the priest has examined him, he must go to the priest again.
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Leviticus 13:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וְ/אִם
פָּשֹׂ֨ה
תִפְשֶׂ֤ה
הַ/מִּסְפַּ֨חַת֙
בָּ/ע֔וֹר
אַחֲרֵ֧י
הֵרָאֹת֛/וֹ
אֶל
הַ/כֹּהֵ֖ן
לְ/טָהֳרָת֑/וֹ
וְ/נִרְאָ֥ה
שֵׁנִ֖ית
אֶל
הַ/כֹּהֵֽן
וְ/אִם
ʼim
H518
if
Conj | Conj
פָּשֹׂ֨ה
pâsâh
H6581
to spread
V-Qal-Ptc
תִפְשֶׂ֤ה
pâsâh
H6581
to spread
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
הַ/מִּסְפַּ֨חַת֙
miçpachath
H4556
scab
Art | N-fs
בָּ/ע֔וֹר
ʻôwr
H5785
skin
Prep | N-ms
אַחֲרֵ֧י
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep
הֵרָאֹת֛/וֹ
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
V-Niphal-Inf-a | Suff
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הַ/כֹּהֵ֖ן
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-ms
לְ/טָהֳרָת֑/וֹ
ṭohŏrâh
H2893
purifying
Prep | N-cs | Suff
וְ/נִרְאָ֥ה
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Conj | V-Niphal-3ms
שֵׁנִ֖ית
shênîy
H8145
second
Adj
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הַ/כֹּהֵֽן
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 13:7
וְ/אִם
ʼim
H518
"if"
Conj | Conj
This Hebrew word is used to express conditions or questions, like if or whether. It can also be used to make oaths or express wishes, as in Oh that! It appears in various forms in the KJV, including if, though, and when.
Definition: : if/whether_or/though 1) if 1a) conditional clauses 1a1) of possible situations 1a2) of impossible situations 1b) oath contexts 1b1) no, not 1c) if...if, whether...or, whether...or...or 1d) when, whenever 1e) since 1f) interrogative particle 1g) but rather
Usage: Occurs in 931 OT verses. KJV: (and, can-, doubtless, if, that) (not), [phrase] but, either, [phrase] except, [phrase] more(-over if, than), neither, nevertheless, nor, oh that, or, [phrase] save (only, -ing), seeing, since, sith, [phrase] surely (no more, none, not), though, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] unless, [phrase] verily, when, whereas, whether, while, [phrase] yet. See also: Genesis 4:7; Exodus 22:3; Leviticus 27:27.
פָּשֹׂ֨ה
pâsâh
H6581
"to spread"
V-Qal-Ptc
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to spread something out, like arms or wings. It is used to describe God's care and protection in Psalm 61:4. This verb is about making something wider or broader.
Definition: (Qal) to spread
Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: spread. See also: Leviticus 13:5; Leviticus 13:34; Leviticus 14:48.
תִפְשֶׂ֤ה
pâsâh
H6581
"to spread"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to spread something out, like arms or wings. It is used to describe God's care and protection in Psalm 61:4. This verb is about making something wider or broader.
Definition: (Qal) to spread
Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: spread. See also: Leviticus 13:5; Leviticus 13:34; Leviticus 14:48.
הַ/מִּסְפַּ֨חַת֙
miçpachath
H4556
"scab"
Art | N-fs
This Hebrew word means a scab or eruption on the skin, often referring to a physical affliction. It is used in various contexts to describe a surface-level issue. In the Bible, it appears as a literal scab or a metaphor for a spiritual problem.
Definition: eruption, scab
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: scab. See also: Leviticus 13:6; Leviticus 13:7; Leviticus 13:8.
בָּ/ע֔וֹר
ʻôwr
H5785
"skin"
Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word means skin, like human skin or animal hide, and is used in the Bible to describe leather. It appears in Exodus 25:5 to describe the materials used to build the tabernacle. The word is also used in Genesis 3:21 to describe the clothing God made for Adam and Eve.
Definition: 1) skin, hide 1a) skin (of men) 1b) hide (of animals)
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: hide, leather, skin. See also: Genesis 3:21; Leviticus 13:35; Jeremiah 13:23.
אַחֲרֵ֧י
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
הֵרָאֹת֛/וֹ
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
V-Niphal-Inf-a | Suff
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.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
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.
לְ/טָהֳרָת֑/וֹ
ṭohŏrâh
H2893
"purifying"
Prep | N-cs | Suff
This Hebrew word means purification or cleansing, often used in the context of ceremonial laws. It appears in Leviticus 12 and 15, where purification rituals are described, and in 2 Chronicles 30, where the Israelites purify themselves before celebrating the Passover.
Definition: 1) purifying, cleansing, purification, purity, cleanness 1a) purifying, menstruation 1b) cleansing, purification
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] is cleansed, cleansing, purification(-fying). See also: Leviticus 12:4; Leviticus 14:32; Ezekiel 44:26.
וְ/נִרְאָ֥ה
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Conj | V-Niphal-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.
שֵׁנִ֖ית
shênîy
H8145
"second"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means second or again, like when Moses went up Mount Sinai a second time in Exodus 24:15-18. It can also mean another or something distinct.
Definition: 1) second 1a) second (the ordinal number) 1b) again (a second time) 1c) another, other (something as distinct from something else)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: again, either (of them), (an-) other, second (time). See also: Genesis 1:8; 1 Kings 6:1; Isaiah 11:11.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הַ/כֹּהֵֽן
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.
Study Notes — Leviticus 13:7
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- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 13:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 13:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 13:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 13:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 13:7
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 13:7
- Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 13:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 13:7
- Sermons on Leviticus 13:7
Context — Laws about Skin Diseases
5On the seventh day the priest is to reexamine him, and if he sees that the infection is unchanged and has not spread on the skin, the priest must isolate him for another seven days.
6The priest will examine him again on the seventh day, and if the sore has faded and has not spread on the skin, the priest shall pronounce him clean; it is a rash. The person must wash his clothes and be clean.
7But if the rash spreads further on his skin after he has shown himself to the priest for his cleansing, he must present himself again to the priest.
8The priest will reexamine him, and if the rash has spread on the skin, the priest must pronounce him unclean; it is a skin disease. 9When anyone develops a skin disease, he must be brought to the priest.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psalms 38:3 | There is no soundness in my body because of Your anger; there is no rest in my bones because of my sin. |
| 2 | Leviticus 13:35–36 | If, however, the scaly outbreak spreads further on the skin after his cleansing, the priest is to examine him, and if the scaly outbreak has spread on the skin, the priest need not look for yellow hair; the person is unclean. |
| 3 | 2 Timothy 2:16–17 | But avoid irreverent, empty chatter, which will only lead to more ungodliness, and the talk of such men will spread like gangrene. Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus, |
| 4 | Isaiah 1:5–6 | Why do you want more beatings? Why do you keep rebelling? Your head has a massive wound, and your whole heart is afflicted. From the sole of your foot to the top of your head, there is no soundness— only wounds and welts and festering sores neither cleansed nor bandaged nor soothed with oil. |
| 5 | Romans 6:12–14 | Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body so that you obey its desires. Do not present the parts of your body to sin as instruments of wickedness, but present yourselves to God as those who have been brought from death to life; and present the parts of your body to Him as instruments of righteousness. For sin shall not be your master, because you are not under law, but under grace. |
| 6 | Leviticus 13:27 | On the seventh day the priest is to reexamine him, and if it has spread further on the skin, the priest must pronounce him unclean; it is a diseased infection. |
Leviticus 13:7 Summary
This verse is saying that if someone has a rash and it spreads after they've been to the priest, they need to go back to the priest to be checked again. It's like when we have sin in our lives and we need to go to God to be forgiven and made clean, as seen in 1 John 1:9. We need to be willing to let God examine our hearts and lives, and then follow His instructions for cleansing, just like the person in this verse. By doing so, we can be made clean and whole, just like God wants us to be, as seen in Psalm 51:7.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if the rash spreads after the person has been examined by the priest?
If the rash spreads, the person must present himself again to the priest for further examination, as seen in Leviticus 13:7, and the priest will then determine if the person is unclean, as stated in Leviticus 13:8.
Why does the person need to be re-examined by the priest?
The person needs to be re-examined to determine if the rash has spread, which would indicate uncleanness, as seen in Leviticus 13:8, and to ensure the person is following God's instructions for cleansing, as seen in Leviticus 13:6.
Is this verse only applicable to skin diseases?
While this verse specifically addresses skin diseases, the principle of presenting oneself to God for examination and cleansing can be applied to our spiritual lives, as seen in Psalm 51:7, where David asks God to cleanse him from his sins.
How does this verse relate to our spiritual lives?
This verse reminds us that, just as the priest examined the person's skin, God examines our hearts, as seen in Jeremiah 17:10, and we must be willing to present ourselves to Him for cleansing and healing, as seen in 1 John 1:9.
Reflection Questions
- What are the areas in my life where I need to present myself to God for examination and cleansing?
- How can I apply the principle of humility and obedience, as seen in this verse, to my daily life?
- What are the 'rashes' in my life that I need to bring to God for healing, and how can I trust in His power to cleanse me?
- In what ways can I, like the person in this verse, be willing to submit to God's examination and follow His instructions for my life?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 13:7
But if the scab spread much abroad in the skin,.... Or "in spreading spread" (k); spreads, and proceeds to spread more and more: after that he hath been seen of the priest for his cleansing: even
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 13:7
But if the scab spread much abroad in the skin, after that he hath been seen of the priest for his cleansing, he shall be seen of the priest again: But if the scab spread much.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 13:7
Leviticus 13:7 But if the scab spread much abroad in the skin, after that he hath been seen of the priest for his cleansing, he shall be seen of the priest again:Ver. 7. But if the scab spread.] So if sin be gaining and growing still upon the sinner, even after admonition, or is scattered and spread to the infecting of others, it is a very ill sign.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 13:7
(7, 8) But if the scab spread.—As Leviticus 13:5 prescribes that the priest who examines the patient after seven days’ quarantine, and finds no spreading of the affected spot, is to give another seven days’ quarantine, the verses before us declare what the examining priest is to do when he notices that the spot has spread. For his cleansing.—That is, for the purpose of being declared clean. If, after he had appeared before the priest to be examined and declared not leprous, at the expiration of the first week of seclusion the priest finds that the spot has spread, he must pronounce him unclean, since the spreading indicates that it is leprosy.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 13:7
7. after that he hath shewn himself to the priest for his cleansing] i.e. in order to be declared clean. Three inspections by the priest are ordered with a week’s interval between each. If during either week the rising spreads, the priest shall pronounce him unclean. It will be noticed that the word ‘plague’ is used to denote the rising or scab which is a mark of the leprosy, and also the person afflicted (in Leviticus 13:4; Leviticus 13:12-13; Leviticus 13:17 him that hath is not in the Heb.), as well as the disease itself in the phrase ‘the plague of leprosy.’
Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 13:7
Seen of the priest for his cleansing - The purport of these words is doubtful.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 13:7
7. If the scab spread — The white spot has now taken the form of a rapidly spreading scab. When the patient observes this he is under obligation to go to the priest to be examined again.
Sermons on Leviticus 13:7
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The Second Coming 04 God's Program for Future by Stan Ford | In this sermon, the preacher urges the audience to accept God's salvation and let go of their burden of sin. He emphasizes the urgency of accepting salvation and questions if there |
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Comfort for Spiritual Mourners by William Gadsby | William Gadsby preaches on the blessedness of those who mourn, emphasizing that true mourners are those who grieve over their sinfulness and lack of intimacy with God. These spirit |
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John 5:39-47 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom emphasizes the importance of diligently searching the Scriptures to find eternal life in Christ, rather than merely reading them superficially. He points out that t |
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What Is the True Church of Jesus Christ by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes the true Church of Jesus Christ, highlighting the importance of individual believers having a special love relationship with Jesus, being wholly devoted to H |
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Take Heed of Sinning in Thought by Ralph Venning | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of turning away from vanity and avoiding evil. He explains that what we see and hear can greatly influence our thoughts and a |
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The Christian in Complete Armour - Part 14 by William Gurnall | The preacher delves into the meaning of 'prokopto,' emphasizing the concept of cutting forward to remove obstacles for uninterrupted progress. This term signifies conscious advance |
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A Letter From a Friend in America by Job Scott | In this sermon, the preacher delves into the meaning of 'periistemi', which signifies standing around or being a bystander, but figuratively means to turn oneself about to avoid so |