Leviticus 14:1
Leviticus 14:1 in Multiple Translations
Then the LORD said to Moses,
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,
And Jehovah spake unto Moses, saying,
And the Lord said to Moses,
The Lord told Moses,
And the Lord spake vnto Moses, saying,
And Jehovah speaketh unto Moses, saying,
The LORD spoke to Moses, saying,
And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying,
And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying:
Yahweh also said to Moses/me,
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 14:1
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Leviticus 14:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְדַבֵּ֥ר
יְהוָ֖ה
אֶל
מֹשֶׁ֥ה
לֵּ/אמֹֽר
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֥ר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
מֹשֶׁ֥ה
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
לֵּ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 14:1
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֥ר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
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.
מֹשֶׁ֥ה
Môsheh
H4872
"Moses"
N-proper
Moses, the Israelite leader, was born to Amram and Jochebed and led the Exodus from Egypt. He received the law from God and is considered a key figure in the Bible. Moses means 'drawn' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) § Moses = "drawn" the prophet and lawgiver, leader of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 704 OT verses. KJV: Moses. See also: Exodus 2:10; Exodus 13:1; Exodus 32:21.
לֵּ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
Study Notes — Leviticus 14:1
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- Leviticus 14:1 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 14:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 14:1
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 14:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 14:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 14:1
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 14:1
- Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 14:1
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 14:1
Context — Cleansing from Skin Diseases
Leviticus 14:1 Summary
This verse, Leviticus 14:1, shows us that God is a God who cares about every detail of our lives and desires to guide us. He spoke directly to Moses, giving him instructions on how to help people who were afflicted with skin diseases, which is a picture of the spiritual cleansing we need through Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 6:11). Just as God had a plan for the Israelites, He has a plan for us, and we can trust in His goodness and love (Jeremiah 29:11). By following God's instructions and trusting in His plans, we can experience spiritual cleansing and renewal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did God give Moses specific instructions in Leviticus 14:1?
God gave Moses these instructions to provide a clear process for the cleansing of those afflicted with skin diseases, as seen in Leviticus 14:1-32, and to emphasize the importance of obedience to His commands, as stated in Deuteronomy 4:1-2.
What is the significance of the Lord speaking to Moses in this verse?
The Lord speaking to Moses in Leviticus 14:1 signifies the direct communication between God and His chosen leader, demonstrating God's desire to guide and direct His people, similar to Exodus 33:11 and Numbers 12:8.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of the Bible?
Leviticus 14:1 is part of the larger narrative of God's redemption plan, which includes the cleansing of His people, as seen in Ezekiel 36:25-27 and the ultimate cleansing through Jesus Christ, as stated in 1 Corinthians 6:11.
What can we learn from God's specific instructions to Moses?
We can learn that God is a God of order and detail, as seen in Leviticus 14:1, and that He desires our obedience and trust in His plans, as stated in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:11.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for God to speak directly to us, and how can we hear His voice in our lives?
- How can we apply the principle of obedience to God's commands in our own lives, just as Moses obeyed God's instructions?
- What does the concept of cleansing and purification mean for us as believers, and how can we experience spiritual cleansing through Jesus Christ?
- How can we trust in God's plans and timing, even when we don't understand the specifics of His instructions?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 14:1
And the Lord spake unto Moses,.... In order to deliver the same to Aaron, who, and the priests his successors, were chiefly to be concerned in the execution of the law given: saying; as follows.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 14:1
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, No JFB commentary on this verse.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 14:1
Leviticus 14:1 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,Ver. 1. And the Lord spake unto Moses.] And to Aaron also, though not here mentioned, as he is, Leviticus 14:33.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 14:1
XIV.(1) And the Lord spake unto Moses.—The regulations for the purification of the leper are delivered to Moses alone, who is to communicate them to Aaron and his sons, whilst the rules by which the distemper is to be discerned were given both to Moses and Aaron. (See Leviticus 13:1.) The reason for this is probably that Moses was designed by God as the great law-giver and teacher of the priesthood as well as of the laity.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 14:1
CHAPTER XIV Introduction to the sacrifices and ceremonies to be used in cleansing the leper, 1-3. Two living birds, cedar-wood, scarlet, and hyssop, to be brought for him who was to be cleansed, 4. One of the birds to be killed, 5; and the living bird, with the cedar-wood, scarlet, and hyssop, to be dipped in the blood, and to be sprinkled on him who had been infected with the leprosy, 6, 7; after which he must wash his clothes, shave his head, eye brows, beard, c., bathe himself, tarry abroad seven days, 8, 9 on the eighth day he must bring two he-lambs, one ewe lamb, a tenth deal of flour, and a log of oil, 10; which the priest was to present as a trespass-offering, wave-offering, and sin-offering before the Lord, 11-13. Afterwards he was to sprinkle both the blood and oil on the person to be cleansed, 14-18. The atonement made by these offerings, 19, 20. If the person were poor, one lamb, with the flour and oil, two turtledoves, or two young pigeons, were only required, 21, 22. These to be presented, and the blood and oil applied as before, 23-32. Laws and ordinances relative to houses infected by the leprosy, 33-48. An atonement to be made in order to cleanse the house, similar to that made for the healed leper, 49-53. A summary of this and the preceding chapter, relative to leprous persons, garments, and houses, 54-56.
The end for which these different laws were given, 57. NOTES ON CHAP. XIV
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 14:1
The purification of the leper (ch. Leviticus 14:1-32) The ceremonies to be observed are of two kinds: (1) before the leper is brought into the camp, (a) by the priest (Leviticus 14:2-7), (b) by the leper (Leviticus 14:8), (2) after the leper is readmitted to the camp, but remaining outside his tent seven days, (c) by the leper on the seventh day (Leviticus 14:9), (d) the sacrificial ritual on the eighth day (Leviticus 14:10-20), (e) modification for the poor leper (Leviticus 14:21-32). The leper was regarded (1) as one dead (see on Leviticus 13:45 f.), (2) as unclean, (3) as smitten of God: hence the ceremonial indicated (1) restoration to life, (2) removal of uncleanness, (3) readmission to God’s presence. (1) is thought to represent the older rite, while Leviticus 14:14-20 are later, giving more detail and laying greater stress on religious motives.
Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 14:1
The leper was excluded not only from the sanctuary but from the camp. The ceremony of restoration which he had to undergo was therefore twofold.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 14:1
THE OF THE LEPER, Leviticus 14:1-32.Our position that the treatment of the leprosy was founded on ceremonial, rather than sanitary, grounds, is confirmed by the minute ritual required for the