Leviticus 13:37

French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)

Si la teigne lui paraît ne pas avoir fait de progrès et que du poil noir ait poussé, la teigne est guérie. L’homme est pur et le prêtre le déclarera pur.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes a situation where someone with a skin condition called 'scall' is declared clean by a priest if the condition stops spreading and black hair grows back. The priest is the one making the declaration, and the key message is about the healing and cleanliness criteria for this specific skin condition.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a boo-boo on your skin. If the boo-boo stops getting bigger and your hair grows back where it was, it means you're all better! The doctor says you're clean and healthy now. This is like that, but in the olden days, the doctor was called a priest.

Historical Background

Leviticus was written by Moses around 1440-1400 BC. It was intended for the Israelites, and it provided guidelines for various aspects of life, including health and cleanliness. In this context, cleanliness was closely tied to religious purity and the laws set by God.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this verse can be seen as a reminder to look for signs of healing and progress in any situation, especially health-related. For example, if someone is recovering from an illness, noticing small improvements can be a sign of healing.

Topics

• cleanliness
• healing
• priests
• skin conditions
• spiritual purity
• health

Related Verses

• Leviticus 14:8
• Mark 1:40-45
• Matthew 8:1-4
• Leviticus 13:14
• Leviticus 14:3

Frequently Asked Questions

Who decides if someone is clean according to Leviticus 13:37?

In this context, it is the priest who decides based on the criteria outlined in the verse.

What are the signs of healing mentioned in Leviticus 13:37?

The signs of healing include the condition staying the same and black hair growing back in the affected area.

How does this verse relate to spiritual purity?

In the context of Leviticus, physical cleanliness was often associated with spiritual purity, reflecting God's standards for His people.

What can we learn from Leviticus 13:37 about patience and healing?

This verse reminds us to be patient and look for signs of healing and improvement, as these can indicate a return to health and well-being.