Leviticus 13:16

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

وإِن عادَ اللَّحْمُ الحَيُّ فٱبيَضَّ، فلْيَأتِ إِلى الكاهِن.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is part of a larger section about skin diseases. It instructs that if the raw flesh on a person's body changes to white, they should go to the priest. The priest will determine the next steps based on this change.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a boo-boo on your arm, and it's really red and sore. But then, it starts to heal and turns white. That's a good sign! In this case, you need to go to a special doctor, like a priest, to check if you're healing well.

Historical Background

This verse is from the Book of Leviticus, written by Moses around 1446-1406 BCE. It was meant for the Israelites, guiding them on how to handle skin diseases to maintain purity in their community.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, if someone notices a significant change in a skin condition, it's important to consult a medical professional for a proper diagnosis and treatment. This mirrors the ancient practice of going to a priest for evaluation.

Topics

• healing
• purity
• medical
• priest
• skin diseases
• spiritual guidance

Related Verses

• Leviticus 13:2
• Leviticus 13:49
• Leviticus 14:3
• Matthew 8:3
• Mark 1:40

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the change to white flesh signify?

The change to white flesh signifies a possible healing process, indicating that the person's condition might be improving and needs reassessment by a priest.

Who is the priest mentioned in this verse?

The priest is a religious leader in the Israelite community responsible for making judgments about purity, including the condition of skin diseases.

Is this verse still relevant in modern times?

While the specific practices are not followed today, the verse teaches the importance of consulting experts for health issues, which is still relevant.

How does this relate to the broader themes of Leviticus?

This verse is part of Leviticus' focus on maintaining purity in the community, with specific rules about health and hygiene to prevent the spread of diseases.