Leviticus 15:8
Leviticus 15:8 in Multiple Translations
If the man with the discharge spits on one who is clean, that person must wash his clothes and bathe with water, and he will be unclean until evening.
And if he that hath the issue spit upon him that is clean; then he shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the even.
And if he that hath the issue spit upon him that is clean, then he shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the even.
And if liquid from the mouth of the unclean man comes on to him who is clean, then he is to have his clothing washed and his body bathed in water and be unclean till evening.
If the man with the discharge spits on anyone who is clean, they have to wash their clothes, and wash themselves with water, and they will be unclean until the evening.
If he also, that hath the issue, spit vpon him that is cleane, he shall wash his clothes, and wash himselfe in water, and shalbe vncleane vntill the euen.
'And when he who hath the issue spitteth on him who is clean, then he hath washed his garments, and hath bathed with water, and been unclean till the evening.
“‘If he who has the discharge spits on him who is clean, then he shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the evening.
And if he that hath the issue shall spit upon him that is clean; then he shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the evening.
If such a man cast his spittle upon him that is clean, he shall wash his clothes: and being washed with water, he shall be unclean until the evening.
“If such a man spits on someone else, that person who is spit upon should not be touched. He must wash his clothes, and no one should touch him until that evening.
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Leviticus 15:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/כִֽי
יָרֹ֛ק
הַ/זָּ֖ב
בַּ/טָּה֑וֹר
וְ/כִבֶּ֧ס
בְּגָדָ֛י/ו
וְ/רָחַ֥ץ
בַּ/מַּ֖יִם
וְ/טָמֵ֥א
עַד
הָ/עָֽרֶב
וְ/כִֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj | Conj
יָרֹ֛ק
râqaq
H7556
to spit
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
הַ/זָּ֖ב
zûwb
H2100
to flow
Art | V-Qal
בַּ/טָּה֑וֹר
ṭâhôwr
H2889
pure
Prep | Adj
וְ/כִבֶּ֧ס
kâbaç
H3526
to wash
Conj | V-Piel-3ms
בְּגָדָ֛י/ו
beged
H899
treachery
N-mp | Suff
וְ/רָחַ֥ץ
râchats
H7364
to wash
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
בַּ/מַּ֖יִם
mayim
H4325
Water (Gate)
Prep | N-mp
וְ/טָמֵ֥א
ṭâmêʼ
H2930
to defile
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Prep
הָ/עָֽרֶב
ʻereb
H6153
evening
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 15:8
וְ/כִֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj | Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
יָרֹ֛ק
râqaq
H7556
"to spit"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew verb simply means to spit, and it is used in various contexts throughout the Bible. It can imply contempt or disgust, as seen in the actions of the crowd towards Jesus. The word has a strong negative connotation.
Definition: (Qal) to spit
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: spit. See also: Leviticus 15:8.
הַ/זָּ֖ב
zûwb
H2100
"to flow"
Art | V-Qal
To flow means to have a continuous movement, like water, and can also refer to wasting away or overflowing. It is used in the Bible to describe various physical and emotional states.
Definition: : flowing 1) to flow, gush, issue, discharge 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to flow, gush 1a2) to die, pine away (fig.) 1a3) to flow (of issue from woman), have an issue, flux 1a4) flowing (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: flow, gush out, have a (running) issue, pine away, run. See also: Exodus 3:8; Numbers 13:27; Psalms 78:20.
בַּ/טָּה֑וֹר
ṭâhôwr
H2889
"pure"
Prep | Adj
Tahor means pure or clean, and can refer to physical, moral, or ceremonial purity. In the Bible, it describes clean animals and morally upright people. It is often used to describe something as fair or pure.
Definition: 1) pure, clean 1a) clean (ceremonially-of animals) 1b) pure (physically) 1c) pure, clean (morally, ethically)
Usage: Occurs in 86 OT verses. KJV: clean, fair, pure(-ness). See also: Genesis 7:2; Leviticus 13:40; Psalms 12:7.
וְ/כִבֶּ֧ס
kâbaç
H3526
"to wash"
Conj | V-Piel-3ms
To wash means to clean something, often by trampling or stamping on it with the feet, as seen in the process of washing clothes.
Definition: 1) to wash (by treading), be washed, perform the work of a fuller 1a) (Qal) washer, fuller, treader (participle) 1b) (Piel) to wash (garments, person) 1c) (Pual) to be washed 1d) (Hothpael) to be washed out
Usage: Occurs in 48 OT verses. KJV: fuller, wash(-ing). See also: Genesis 49:11; Leviticus 15:21; Psalms 51:4.
בְּגָדָ֛י/ו
beged
H899
"treachery"
N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this word refers to clothing or a covering, like a garment or robe. It appears in books like Genesis and Exodus, describing what people wore. The word is often translated as 'apparel' or 'raiment'.
Definition: treachery, deceit
Usage: Occurs in 190 OT verses. KJV: apparel, cloth(-es, ing), garment, lap, rag, raiment, robe, [idiom] very (treacherously), vesture, wardrobe. See also: Genesis 24:53; Judges 17:10; Psalms 22:19.
וְ/רָחַ֥ץ
râchats
H7364
"to wash"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
The Hebrew word for washing or bathing, used in Exodus 30:19 where priests had to wash their hands and feet before entering the temple. It means to clean or purify oneself, as seen in 2 Kings 5:10 where Elisha tells Naaman to wash in the Jordan River.
Definition: : wash 1) to wash, wash off, wash away, bathe 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to wash, wash off, wash away 1a2) to wash, bathe (oneself) 1b) (Pual) to be washed 1c) (Hithpael) to wash oneself 2a) (Hithpael Passive) to be regarded clean, trustworthy
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: bathe (self), wash (self). See also: Genesis 18:4; Leviticus 16:4; Psalms 26:6.
בַּ/מַּ֖יִם
mayim
H4325
"Water (Gate)"
Prep | N-mp
This word means water, referring to a liquid or a source of refreshment. It appears in the Bible as a literal and figurative term, including references to wasting or urine. The word is used in various contexts, such as in Genesis and Leviticus.
Definition: This name means water, refreshment
Usage: Occurs in 525 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] piss, wasting, water(-ing, (-course, -flood, -spring)). See also: Genesis 1:2; Leviticus 14:9; Joshua 18:15.
וְ/טָמֵ֥א
ṭâmêʼ
H2930
"to defile"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
This Hebrew word means to be foul or contaminated, often in a moral or ceremonial sense. It is used in the Bible to describe something that is unclean or polluted. In the book of Leviticus, it talks about being unclean and how to become clean again.
Definition: 1) to be unclean, become unclean, become impure 1a) (Qal) to be or become unclean 1a1) sexually 1a2) religiously 1a3) ceremonially 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to defile oneself, be defiled 1b1a) sexually 1b1b) by idolatry 1b1c) ceremonially 1b2) to be regarded as unclean 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to defile 1c1a) sexually 1c1b) religiously 1c1c) ceremonially 1c2) to pronounce unclean, declare unclean (ceremonially) 1c3) to profane (God's name) 1d) (Pual) to be defiled 1e) (Hithpael) to be unclean 1f) (Hothpael) to be defiled
Usage: Occurs in 142 OT verses. KJV: defile (self), pollute (self), be (make, make self, pronounce) unclean, [idiom] utterly. See also: Genesis 34:5; Leviticus 22:5; Psalms 79:1.
עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
הָ/עָֽרֶב
ʻereb
H6153
"evening"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means evening or sunset, like when God created daylight and darkness in Genesis. It refers to the time of day, often marking the end of a workday. This word is used in many verses, including Exodus and Psalms.
Definition: 1) evening, night, sunset 1a) evening, sunset 1b) night
Usage: Occurs in 125 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] day, even(-ing, tide), night. See also: Genesis 1:5; Numbers 19:19; Psalms 30:6.
Study Notes — Leviticus 15:8
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Context — The Uncleanness of Men
6Whoever sits on furniture on which the man with the discharge was sitting must wash his clothes and bathe with water, and he will be unclean until evening.
7Whoever touches the body of the man with a discharge must wash his clothes and bathe with water, and he will be unclean until evening.
8If the man with the discharge spits on one who is clean, that person must wash his clothes and bathe with water, and he will be unclean until evening.
9Any saddle on which the man with the discharge rides will be unclean. 10Whoever touches anything that was under him will be unclean until evening, and whoever carries such things must wash his clothes and bathe with water, and he will be unclean until evening.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jude 1:4 | For certain men have crept in among you unnoticed—ungodly ones who were designated long ago for condemnation. They turn the grace of our God into a license for immorality, and they deny our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ. |
| 2 | 2 Peter 2:1–3 | Now there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them—bringing swift destruction on themselves. Many will follow in their depravity, and because of them the way of truth will be defamed. In their greed, these false teachers will exploit you with deceptive words. The longstanding verdict against them remains in force, and their destruction does not sleep. |
| 3 | Isaiah 1:16 | Wash and cleanse yourselves. Remove your evil deeds from My sight. Stop doing evil! |
| 4 | Titus 1:9–10 | He must hold firmly to the faithful word as it was taught, so that he can encourage others by sound teaching and refute those who contradict it. For many are rebellious and full of empty talk and deception, especially those of the circumcision, |
| 5 | 1 Timothy 4:1–3 | Now the Spirit expressly states that in later times some will abandon the faith to follow deceitful spirits and the teachings of demons, influenced by the hypocrisy of liars, whose consciences are seared with a hot iron. They will prohibit marriage and require abstinence from certain foods that God has created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth. |
| 6 | Galatians 1:8–9 | But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be under a curse! As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be under a curse! |
| 7 | James 4:8 | Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. |
Leviticus 15:8 Summary
In Leviticus 15:8, we see that if someone with a discharge spit on a clean person, that person had to wash their clothes and bathe to become clean again. This shows us how easily sin and uncleanness can spread, and how important it is to maintain our personal purity and holiness, as seen in 1 Peter 1:15-16. Just like the person in this verse had to wash and bathe to become clean, we can be cleansed from our sins through faith in Jesus Christ, as mentioned in 1 John 1:7-9. By prioritizing our relationship with God and seeking to live a life of holiness, we can avoid spreading uncleanness to others and instead be a source of purity and light in the world, as seen in Matthew 5:14-16.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was it necessary for someone to wash their clothes and bathe after being spit on by a man with a discharge?
This was to prevent the spread of ceremonial uncleanness, as outlined in Leviticus 15:8, and to maintain purity before God, as seen in Leviticus 11:44-45 and Numbers 19:11-13.
What does it mean to be 'unclean until evening' in this context?
Being 'unclean until evening' meant that the person was temporarily separated from worship and community activities until they had purified themselves, as seen in Leviticus 15:5-11, and then they could rejoin their community after sunset, as mentioned in Leviticus 15:8 and Deuteronomy 23:11.
How does this verse relate to the idea of sin and its effects on our lives?
Just as the man's discharge could spread ceremonial uncleanness to others, sin can have a spreading effect in our lives, as seen in Romans 5:12-14 and 1 Corinthians 15:21-22, and requires purification and cleansing through faith in Jesus Christ, as mentioned in 1 John 1:7-9 and Hebrews 10:19-25.
What can we learn from this verse about the importance of personal purity and holiness?
This verse emphasizes the importance of maintaining personal purity and holiness, as commanded in Leviticus 20:26 and 1 Peter 1:15-16, and demonstrates how God desires His people to be separate from uncleanness and to strive for holiness in all aspects of life, as seen in 2 Corinthians 7:1 and 1 Thessalonians 4:7.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be 'spitting' uncleanness into the lives of those around me, and how can I prevent this from happening?
- How can I apply the principle of purification and cleansing from uncleanness in my own life, especially when I feel 'defiled' by sin or worldly influences?
- What are some modern-day equivalents of 'washing clothes and bathing' that I can use to cleanse myself from the effects of sin and uncleanness in my life?
- How can I balance the need for personal purity and holiness with the command to love and interact with those around me, even if they may be 'unclean' in some way?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 15:8
And if he that hath the issue spit upon him that is clean,.... Not purposely, which is not usual for a man to do, and whenever it is done, nothing is more affronting; but accidentally, when, as Aben
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 15:8
And this shall be his uncleanness in his issue: whether his flesh run with his issue, or his flesh be stopped from his issue, it is his uncleanness. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 15:8
Leviticus 15:8 And if he that hath the issue spit upon him that is clean; then he shall wash his clothes, and bathe [himself] in water, and be unclean until the even.Ver. 8. Spit upon him.] Noting the pollution that comes to men’ s souls by those that spit heresies and belch out blasphemies.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 15:8
(8) If he . . . spit upon him.—Spitting in the face of a person was, and still is, commonly resorted to among Oriental nations as an expression of insult and contempt (Numbers 12:14; Deuteronomy 25:9; Isaiah 1:6; Job 30:10; Matthew 26:67, &c.). Suffering from the disease here discussed, the patient would naturally be more irritable, and hence be liable to give vent more frequently to this mode of expressing his wrath. Now, any person upon whom he happened to heap this indignity became defiled by the spittle in the same manner, and had to go through the same purification, as he who chanced to touch his garments, or as the physician who had to examine him.
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Turning the Grace of God Into Lasiviousness by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, Pastor David warns Christians about the dangers of indulging in pornography and other immoral behaviors. He emphasizes that these actions are contrary to the gospel |
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Ministers of Lasciviousness by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher begins by explaining the context of the passage in Exodus where the people of Israel, led by Moses, are waiting for him to come down from Mount Sinai. |
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Attack of the Devil - Part 5 by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the dangers of pride in various forms, contrasting the pride of nations like Britain and America with the humility found in repentance and tender hearts. It |
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Jude - Mockers in Last Days by Martin Geehan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of avoiding lasciviousness and denying the Lord Jesus Christ. He warns that there will be mockers who will creep into the fel |
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The Gospel of the Grace of God (Tamil) by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the concept of sin, the choices we face between earthly and heavenly things, and the innate sinful nature in humanity. It emphasizes the need to understand |
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