Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But if it reappears in the fabric, in the woven or knitted material, or in the leather article, it is a spreading mold; whatever has the mold must be burned. New Living Translation If the spot later reappears on the clothing, the fabric, or the leather article, the mildew is clearly spreading, and the contaminated object must be burned up. English Standard Version Then if it appears again in the garment, in the warp or the woof, or in any article made of skin, it is spreading. You shall burn with fire whatever has the disease. Berean Standard Bible But if it reappears in the fabric, weave, or knit, or on any leather article, it is spreading. You must burn the contaminated article. Berean Literal Bible And if again it appears in the garment, or in the warp or in the woof, or in any article of skin, it is breaking out; you shall burn it in the fire, that in which the plague is. King James Bible And if it appear still in the garment, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in any thing of skin; it is a spreading plague: thou shalt burn that wherein the plague is with fire. New King James Version But if it appears again in the garment, either in the warp or in the woof, or in anything made of leather, it is a spreading plague; you shall burn with fire that in which is the plague. New American Standard Bible yet if it appears again in the garment, whether in the warp or in the woof, or in any article of leather, it is an outbreak; the article with the mark shall be burned in the fire. NASB 1995 and if it appears again in the garment, whether in the warp or in the woof, or in any article of leather, it is an outbreak; the article with the mark shall be burned in the fire. NASB 1977 and if it appears again in the garment, whether in the warp or in the woof, or in any article of leather, it is an outbreak; the article with the mark shall be burned in the fire. Legacy Standard Bible and if it appears again in the garment, whether in the warp or in the woof or in any article of leather, it is an outbreak; you shall burn the article with the mark in the fire. Amplified Bible If it still appears in the garment, either in the warp or in the woof, or on anything made of leather, it is an outbreak; you shall burn the marked part in the fire. Berean Annotated Bible But if it reappears in the fabric, weave, or knit, or on any leather article, it is spreading. You must burn the contaminated article. Christian Standard Bible But if it reappears in the fabric, the warp or weft, or any leather article, it has broken out again. You must burn whatever is contaminated. Holman Christian Standard Bible But if it reappears in the fabric, the warp or woof, or any leather article, it has broken out again. You must burn up whatever is contaminated. American Standard Version and if it appear still in the garment, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in anything of skin, it is breaking out: thou shalt burn that wherein the plague is with fire. Contemporary English Version Later, if the spot reappears elsewhere on the clothing or the leather, you must burn it. English Revised Version and if it appear still in the garment, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in any thing of skin, it is breaking out: thou shalt burn that wherein the plague is with fire. GOD'S WORD® Translation However, if it shows up again, you must burn the clothing or the leather article. Good News Translation Then, if the mildew reappears, it is spreading again, and the owner shall burn the object. International Standard Version But if it recurs on the clothing (whether woven or knitted material) or on any article made of leather, it's a breakout, so incinerate it with fire wherever the contagion is found. NET Bible Then if it still appears again in the garment or the warp or the woof, or in any article of leather, it is an outbreak. Whatever has the infection in it you must burn up in the fire. New Heart English Bible and if it appears again in the garment, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in anything of skin, it is spreading. You shall burn with fire that in which the plague is. Webster's Bible Translation And if it shall appear still in the garment, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in any thing of skin; it is a spreading plague: thou shalt burn that in which the plague is, with fire. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut if it reappears in the fabric, weave, or knit, or on any leather article, it is spreading. You must burn the contaminated article. World English Bible and if it appears again in the garment, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in anything of skin, it is spreading. You shall burn what the plague is in with fire. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand if it is still seen in the garment, or in the warp, or in the woof, or in any vessel of skin, it [is] a fretting; you burn it with fire—that in which the plague [is]. Berean Literal Bible And if again it appears in the garment, or in the warp or in the woof, or in any article of skin, it is breaking out; you shall burn it in the fire, that in which the plague is. Young's Literal Translation and if it still be seen in the garment, or in the warp, or in the woof, or in any vessel of skin, it is a fretting; with fire thou dost burn it -- that in which the plague is. Smith's Literal Translation And if it shall be seen still in the garment, or in the warp, or in the woof, or in any vessel of skin; it is breaking out: in the fire thou shalt burn it, that in which is the stroke. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd if after this there appear in those places that before were without spot, a flying and wandering leprosy: it must be burnt with fire. Catholic Public Domain Version But if, after this, there will appear in those places which before were immaculate, a flying and wandering leprosy, it must be burned with fire. New American Bible If, however, the infection again appears on the garment, or on the warp or woof, or on the leather article, it is still virulent and you shall burn the thing infected with fire. New Revised Standard Version If it appears again in the garment, in warp or woof, or in anything of skin, it is spreading; you shall burn with fire that in which the disease appears. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd if it appears still in the garment, either in the warp or in the woof or in anything of skin, they shall burn it with fire, for the plague has spread in it. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And if it may appear again in the cloak or in the warp or in the woof or in any vessel of leather, they shall burn it in fire because the plague has grown in it. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And if it appear still in the garment, or in the warp, or in the woof, or in any thing of skin, it is breaking out, thou shalt burn that wherein the plague is with fire. Brenton Septuagint Translation And if it should still appear in the garment, either in the warp or in the woof, or in any article of skin, it is a leprosy bursting forth: that wherein is the plague shall be burnt with fire. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Laws about Mildew…56If the priest examines it and the mildew has faded after it has been washed, he must cut the contaminated section out of the fabric, leather, weave, or knit. 57But if it reappears in the fabric, weave, or knit, or on any leather article, it is spreading. You must burn the contaminated article. 58If the mildew disappears from the fabric, weave, or knit, or any leather article after washing, then it is to be washed again, and it will be clean.… Cross References But if it reappears in the fabric, weave, or knit, or on any leather article, Leviticus 14:44-45 the priest must come and inspect it. If the mildew has spread in the house, it is a destructive mildew; the house is unclean. / It must be torn down with its stones, its timbers, and all its plaster, and taken outside the city to an unclean place. Leviticus 14:39-40 On the seventh day the priest is to return and inspect the house. If the mildew has spread on the walls, / he must order that the contaminated stones be pulled out and thrown into an unclean place outside the city. it is spreading. 2 Timothy 2:17-18 and the talk of such men will spread like gangrene. Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus, / who have deviated from the truth. They say that the resurrection has already occurred, and they undermine the faith of some. 1 Corinthians 5:6-7 Your boasting is not good. Do you not know that a little leaven works through the whole batch of dough? / Get rid of the old leaven, that you may be a new unleavened batch, as you really are. For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed. You must burn the contaminated article. Deuteronomy 7:25-26 You must burn up the images of their gods; do not covet the silver and gold that is on them or take it for yourselves, or you will be ensnared by it; for it is detestable to the LORD your God. / And you must not bring any detestable thing into your house, or you, like it, will be set apart for destruction. You are to utterly detest and abhor it, because it is set apart for destruction. Acts 19:19 And a number of those who had practiced magic arts brought their books and burned them in front of everyone. When the value of the books was calculated, the total came to fifty thousand drachmas. Numbers 19:15 and any open container without a lid fastened on it is unclean. 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. 2 Kings 5:27 Therefore, the leprosy of Naaman will cling to you and your descendants forever!” And as Gehazi left his presence, he was leprous—as white as snow. Isaiah 1:6 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. Jeremiah 13:23 Can the Ethiopian change his skin, or the leopard his spots? Neither are you able to do good—you who are accustomed to doing evil. Ezekiel 36:25 I will also sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean. I will cleanse you from all your impurities and all your idols. Matthew 8:2-3 Suddenly a leper came and knelt before Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” / Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. Matthew 10:8 Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse the lepers, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give. Mark 1:40-42 Then a leper came to Jesus, begging on his knees: “If You are willing, You can make me clean.” / Moved with compassion, Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” / And immediately the leprosy left him, and the man was cleansed. Luke 5:12-13 While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell facedown and begged Him, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” / Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately the leprosy left him. Treasury of Scripture And if it appear still in the garment, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in any thing of skin; it is a spreading plague: you shall burn that wherein the plague is with fire. shalt burn Isaiah 33:14 The sinners in Zion are afraid; fearfulness hath surprised the hypocrites. Who among us shall dwell with the devouring fire? who among us shall dwell with everlasting burnings? Matthew 3:12 Whose fan is in his hand, and he will throughly purge his floor, and gather his wheat into the garner; but he will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire. Matthew 22:7 But when the king heard thereof, he was wroth: and he sent forth his armies, and destroyed those murderers, and burned up their city. Jump to Previous Appear Appears Article Breaking Burn Burned Clothing Disease Either Fire Fretting Garment Knitted Leather Mark Material Mildew Outbreak Plague Reappears Skin Sore Spreading Vessel Warp Whatever Wherein Whether Woof WovenJump to Next Appear Appears Article Breaking Burn Burned Clothing Disease Either Fire Fretting Garment Knitted Leather Mark Material Mildew Outbreak Plague Reappears Skin Sore Spreading Vessel Warp Whatever Wherein Whether Woof WovenLeviticus 13 1. The laws whereby the priest is to be guided in discerning the leprosy.But if it reappears in the fabric, weave, or knit, or on any leather article This phrase addresses the reappearance of a plague or mildew in various materials, emphasizing the thoroughness required in dealing with impurities. In the context of Leviticus, these instructions were part of the broader Levitical laws given to the Israelites to maintain ceremonial cleanliness and prevent the spread of disease. The mention of "fabric, weave, or knit" highlights the common materials used in ancient Israelite society, reflecting their daily life and the importance of maintaining purity in all aspects. The inclusion of "leather article" indicates the value and common use of leather goods, which were essential for clothing and other practical uses. This reflects the meticulous nature of the law, ensuring that all potential sources of contamination were addressed. it is spreading You must burn the contaminated article Persons / Places / Events 1. PriestIn Leviticus 13, the priest plays a crucial role as the one who examines skin diseases and determines the cleanliness or uncleanliness of individuals or items. This reflects the priest's role as a mediator between God and the people. 2. Infected Object The verse specifically addresses objects that have been contaminated by mildew or mold, which were considered unclean and required examination and potential destruction. 3. Israelite Camp The broader context of Leviticus 13 is the Israelite camp, where maintaining ritual purity was essential for the community's relationship with God. Teaching Points The Importance of PurityThe laws in Leviticus 13, including verse 57, highlight the importance of purity in the life of God's people. This purity is not just physical but also spiritual, pointing to the need for holiness in our lives. Role of the Priest The priest's role in examining and declaring cleanliness underscores the importance of spiritual leadership and guidance in the community of faith. Dealing with Sin and Impurity Just as the Israelites were instructed to deal with physical impurities, we are called to address sin and spiritual impurities in our lives, seeking God's cleansing and forgiveness. God's Concern for Community Health These laws reflect God's concern for the health and well-being of the community, reminding us of our responsibility to care for one another and maintain a healthy environment. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 13:57?2. How does Leviticus 13:57 emphasize the importance of purity in our lives? 3. What steps are taken if "the mark has spread" in Leviticus 13:57? 4. How can we apply the principle of removing sin from our lives today? 5. What New Testament teachings align with Leviticus 13:57's call for spiritual cleanliness? 6. How does Leviticus 13:57 illustrate God's concern for holiness among His people? 7. How does Leviticus 13:57 reflect God's view on purity and contamination? 8. What historical context influenced the laws in Leviticus 13:57? 9. How does Leviticus 13:57 relate to modern concepts of health and disease? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 13? 11. What are the purification rules for bodily discharges? 12. Why are potentially contaminated garments treated with such drastic measures if later inspections could contradict an initial diagnosis (Leviticus 13:47-52)? 13. Why would a loving God demand the execution of anyone who refused to seek Him (2 Chronicles 15:13), conflicting with other biblical passages emphasizing mercy? 14. What teachings does the Bible provide? What Does Leviticus 13:57 Mean But if it reappearsThe priests had already isolated and washed the suspected cloth (Leviticus 13:54–55). If, after that careful process, the discoloration showed up again, it proved the first cleansing was only surface-deep. The verse reminds us that God’s Word never shrugs at partial remedies; what reappears must be faced, not ignored. Paul uses similar language when warning that false teaching “will spread like gangrene” (2 Timothy 2:17). in the fabric, weave, or knit Whether the material was woven from wool or linen, knitted, or simply a finished bolt of cloth, every variety came under the same inspection (Leviticus 13:47–49). God’s standard is consistent; no corner of life—work clothes, household linens, priestly garments—gets a pass. or on any leather article Leather goods were prized in the desert culture of Israel, yet even costly items could harbor infection. Verse 48 had already applied the rule to leather; verse 57 repeats it so no one confuses value with purity. Jesus echoes this principle: “What will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul?” (Matthew 16:26). it is spreading The key diagnostic word. If the mark grows, the object isn’t just stained; it is alive with corruption. Scripture treats unchecked corruption as active, never passive—“a little leaven leavens the whole batch” (1 Corinthians 5:6). Sin behaves the same way: left alone, it advances. You must burn the contaminated article No second chances. Destruction protected the camp physically and, by analogy, spiritually. Israel would later raze houses with persistent mildew (Leviticus 14:44–45). Jude urges believers to “snatch others from the fire and save them, hating even the clothing stained by the flesh” (Jude 1:23). Radical measures preserve holiness. summary Leviticus 13:57 commands Israel to recognize recurring contamination, judge it accurately, and remove it decisively—even at personal cost. The verse underscores God’s unwavering call to purity: when corruption resurfaces and spreads, it must be destroyed, not managed. In Christ we learn the deeper lesson—deal thoroughly with sin before it permeates every fabric of life. (57) And if it appear still.--If, after the affected piece has been cut out and burnt, the distemper appears again in another part of the garment or skin, it indicates beyond doubt that it is spreading leprosy; the garment must therefore be entirely destroyed, as in stuffs this disorder is incurable.Hebrew But ifוְאִם־ (wə·’im-) Conjunctive waw | Conjunction Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not it reappears תֵּרָאֶ֨ה (tê·rā·’eh) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 7200: To see in the fabric, בַּ֠בֶּגֶד (bab·be·ḡeḏ) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 899: A covering, clothing, treachery, pillage weave בַשְּׁתִ֤י (ḇaš·šə·ṯî) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8359: A fixture, the warp in weaving or אֽוֹ־ (’ōw-) Conjunction Strong's 176: Desire, if knit, בָעֵ֙רֶב֙ (ḇā·‘ê·reḇ) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6154: Arabia -- mixture, mixed company or אֽוֹ־ (’ōw-) Conjunction Strong's 176: Desire, if on any בְכָל־ (ḇə·ḵāl-) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every leather ע֔וֹר (‘ō·wr) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5785: Skin, hide, leather article, כְּלִי־ (kə·lî-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3627: Something prepared, any apparatus it הִ֑וא (hî) Pronoun - third person feminine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are is spreading. פֹּרַ֖חַת (pō·ra·ḥaṯ) Verb - Qal - Participle - feminine singular Strong's 6524: To break forth as a, bud, bloom, to spread, to fly, to flourish You must burn up בָּאֵ֣שׁ (bā·’êš) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 784: A fire the contaminated הַנָּֽגַע׃ (han·nā·ḡa‘) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5061: Mark -- a blow, a spot article. אֲשֶׁר־ (’ă·šer-) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that Links Leviticus 13:57 NIVLeviticus 13:57 NLT Leviticus 13:57 ESV Leviticus 13:57 NASB Leviticus 13:57 KJV Leviticus 13:57 BibleApps.com Leviticus 13:57 Biblia Paralela Leviticus 13:57 Chinese Bible Leviticus 13:57 French Bible Leviticus 13:57 Catholic Bible OT Law: Leviticus 13:57 And if it appears again (Le Lv Lev.) |
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