King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
But if the scall be in his sight at a stay, and [that] there is black hair grown up therein; the scall is healed, he [is] clean: and the priest shall pronounce him clean.
Complete Jewish Bible:
But if the crusted area's appearance doesn't change, and black hair grows up in it, then the crusted area is healed; he is clean; and the cohen is to declare him clean.
Berean Standard Bible:
If, however, in his sight the scaly outbreak is unchanged and black hair has grown in it, then it has healed. He is clean, and the priest is to pronounce him clean.
American Standard Version:
But if in his eyes the scall be at a stay, and black hair be grown up therein; the scall is healed, he is clean: and the priest shall pronounce him clean.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
But if the scall{H5424} be in his sight{H5869} at a stay{H5975}, and that there is black{H7838} hair{H8181} grown{H6779} up therein; the scall{H5424} is healed{H7495}, he is clean{H2889}: and the priest{H3548} shall pronounce him clean{H2891}.
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Commentary for Leviticus 13:37
1. **Themes**: Leviticus 13:37 addresses the ritual purity laws concerning skin diseases, specifically scall, a condition thought to be a form of leprosy. The verse emphasizes themes of cleanliness and uncleanness, ritual purity, the role of priests in determining purity status, and the importance of physical signs in diagnosing skin conditions. It reflects the broader concern in Leviticus with holiness and the need to maintain the ritual purity of the community, which is essential for the presence of God among the Israelites.
2. **Historical Context**: The Book of Leviticus is part of the Torah, traditionally ascribed to Moses, and is believed to have been written during the time of the Israelites' wandering in the wilderness (c. 1440-1400 BCE) or possibly later during the early monarchy (c. 1000 BCE). The laws outlined in Leviticus were designed to govern the religious and social life of the Israelites, setting them apart from other nations. The detailed instructions for priests on diagnosing and managing skin diseases like scall (often translated as leprosy, but likely referring to a range of skin conditions) reflect an early understanding of contagious diseases and the need for quarantine to prevent the spread of infection within the community. The presence of black hair in a lesion was seen as a sign of healing, indicating that the condition was not progressing and that the person could be pronounced clean by the priest, thus allowing for their reintegration into society. These purity laws would have played a significant role in the daily life of the ancient Israelites, ensuring the health of the community and the maintenance of their distinct identity as a holy people set apart for God.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H5424
There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נֶתֶק
Transliteration: netheq
Pronunciation: neh'-thek
Description: from נָתַק; scurf; (dry) scall. - Strong's Number: H5869
There are 830 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עַיִן
Transliteration: ʻayin
Pronunciation: ah'-yin
Description: probably a primitive word; an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape); affliction, outward appearance, [phrase] before, [phrase] think best, colour, conceit, [phrase] be content, countenance, [phrase] displease, eye((-brow), (-d), -sight), face, [phrase] favour, fountain, furrow (from the margin), [idiom] him, [phrase] humble, knowledge, look, ([phrase] well), [idiom] me, open(-ly), [phrase] (not) please, presence, [phrase] regard, resemblance, sight, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them, [phrase] think, [idiom] us, well, [idiom] you(-rselves). - Strong's Number: H5975
There are 495 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָמַד
Transliteration: ʻâmad
Pronunciation: aw-mad'
Description: a primitive root; to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive); abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. - Strong's Number: H7838
There are 6 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שָׁחֹר
Transliteration: shâchôr
Pronunciation: shaw-khore'
Description: or שָׁחוֹר; from שָׁחַר; properly, dusky, but also (absol.) jetty; black. - Strong's Number: H8181
There are 27 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֵׂעָר
Transliteration: sêʻâr
Pronunciation: say-awr'
Description: or שַׂעַר; (Isaiah 7:20), from שָׂעַר in the sense of dishevelling; hair (as if tossed or bristling); hair(-y), [idiom] rough. - Strong's Number: H6779
There are 32 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צָמַח
Transliteration: tsâmach
Pronunciation: tsaw-makh'
Description: a primitive root; to sprout (transitive or intransitive, literal or figurative); bear, bring forth, (cause to, make to) bud (forth), (cause to, make to) grow (again, up), (cause to) spring (forth, up). - Strong's Number: H7495
There are 62 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רָפָא
Transliteration: râphâʼ
Pronunciation: raw-faw'
Description: or רָפָה; a primitive root; properly, to mend (by stitching), i.e. (figuratively) to cure; cure, (cause to) heal, physician, repair, [idiom] thoroughly, make whole. See רָפָה. - Strong's Number: H2889
There are 87 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: טָהוֹר
Transliteration: ṭâhôwr
Pronunciation: taw-hore'
Description: or טָהֹר; from טָהֵר; pure (in a physical, chemical, ceremonial or moral sense); clean, fair, pure(-ness). - Strong's Number: H3548
There are 653 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כֹּהֵן
Transliteration: kôhên
Pronunciation: ko-hane'
Description: active participle of כָּהַן; literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman); chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. - Strong's Number: H2891
There are 79 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: טָהֵר
Transliteration: ṭâhêr
Pronunciation: taw-hare'
Description: a primitive root; properly, to be bright; i.e. (by implication); to be pure (physical sound, clear, unadulterated; Levitically, uncontaminated; morally, innocent or holy); be (make, make self, pronounce) clean, cleanse (self), purge, purify(-ier, self).