Leviticus 13:46

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

ما دامت بهِ البَلوى يكونُ نَجِسا، ويسكُنُ مُنفرِدا وفي خارِجِ المَحلَّةِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes that a person with a skin disease must live separately from others. The text indicates that this person is considered unclean and must stay outside the camp until they are healed. It's from God's instructions to the Israelites.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you had a really bad cold. This verse says you'd need to stay in your room until you feel better. It's like that, but with a skin problem that needs extra care and space from others.

Historical Background

Moses wrote this verse during the Israelites' journey in the wilderness around 1440 BC. The audience was the Israelites who were learning God's laws for purity. In that culture, purity was crucial for worship and community life.

Living It Out Today

In a modern context, this can be seen as a reminder about the importance of hygiene and quarantine during contagious illnesses. For example, if someone has a highly contagious disease, it's important they isolate to protect others.

Topics

• sanctification
• purity
• quarantine
• community health
• disease
• separation

Related Verses

• Numbers 12:10
• Matthew 8:2-4
• Luke 17:12-14
• Leviticus 14:3
• Mark 1:40-45

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of isolation mentioned in Leviticus 13:46?

The purpose is to prevent the spread of the skin disease and maintain the purity of the community, which was essential for their spiritual practices and health.

How does this relate to modern health practices?

Modern health practices also use isolation for contagious diseases to prevent the spread, much like the isolation described in this verse.

Can we apply this verse to other types of isolation?

Yes, the principle of isolating for the good of the community can be applied to other situations where separation is needed to protect health or maintain order.

How did the Israelites view this law?

For the Israelites, this law was part of God's instructions for purity, emphasizing the importance of health and community safety in their daily lives.