King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Whether [it be] in the warp, or woof; of linen, or of woollen; whether in a skin, or in any thing made of skin;
Complete Jewish Bible:
on the threads or the woven-in parts of either linen or wool, or on a hide or item made of leather;
Berean Standard Bible:
any weave or knit of linen or wool, or any article of leather—
American Standard Version:
whether it be in warp, or woof; of linen, or of woollen; whether in a skin, or in anything made of skin;
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Whether it be in the warp{H8359}, or woof{H6154}; of linen{H6593}, or of woollen{H6785}; whether in a skin{H5785}, or in any thing made{H4399} of skin{H5785};
Cross-References (KJV):
Revelation 3:4
- Thou hast a few names even in Sardis which have not defiled their garments; and they shall walk with me in white: for they are worthy.
Leviticus 13:51
- And he shall look on the plague on the seventh day: if the plague be spread in the garment, either in the warp, or in the woof, or in a skin, [or] in any work that is made of skin; the plague [is] a fretting leprosy; it [is] unclean.
Deuteronomy 8:11
- Beware that thou forget not the LORD thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and his statutes, which I command thee this day:
Jude 1:23
- And others save with fear, pulling [them] out of the fire; hating even the garment spotted by the flesh.
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Commentary for Leviticus 13:48
Leviticus 13:48 is part of a larger section in the book of Leviticus that deals with laws concerning skin diseases, commonly translated as leprosy, and the rituals for cleansing those who have been afflicted. The verse specifically addresses the transmission of impurity through fabrics and skins, which could be clothing or other items made from linen, wool, or animal hides. The mention of "warp" and "woof" refers to the vertical and horizontal threads in the weaving process, indicating that the contamination could spread through the entire fabric, not just the surface.
In the historical context, these detailed regulations were given to the Israelites after their exodus from Egypt and during their time in the wilderness, as part of the Mosaic Law. The purpose of these laws was manifold: they were meant to maintain the ritual purity of the camp, prevent the spread of infectious diseases, and reinforce the distinction between the holy and the common. The verse reflects the ancient understanding of contagion and the need for strict measures to protect the community from uncleanness, which was believed to have both ritual and physical implications.
The themes of Leviticus 13:48 include ritual purity, holiness, community health, and the meticulous attention to detail that characterizes the priestly code. It underscores the importance of inspecting and, if necessary, isolating or purifying items that may harbor impurity. This was crucial not only for the individual's reintegration into the community but also for maintaining the covenant relationship between God and Israel, as holiness was a prerequisite for the divine presence among the people.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H8359
There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שְׁתִי
Transliteration: shᵉthîy
Pronunciation: sheth-ee'
Description: from שִׁית; a fixture, i.e. the warp in weaving; warp. - Strong's Number: H6154
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֵרֶב
Transliteration: ʻêreb
Pronunciation: ay'-reb
Description: or עֶרֶב; (1 Kings 10:15), (with the article [prefix), from עָרַב; the web (or transverse threads of cloth); also a mixture, (or mongrel race); Arabia, mingled people, mixed (multitude), woof. - Strong's Number: H6593
There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פִּשְׁתֶּה
Transliteration: pishteh
Pronunciation: pish-teh'
Description: from the same as פַּשׁ as in the sense of comminuting; linen (i.e. the thread, as carded); flax, linen. - Strong's Number: H6785
There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צֶמֶר
Transliteration: tsemer
Pronunciation: tseh'-mer
Description: from an unused root probably meaning to be shaggy; wool; wool(-len). - Strong's Number: H5785
There are 82 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עוֹר
Transliteration: ʻôwr
Pronunciation: ore
Description: from עוּר; skin (as naked); by implication, hide, leather; hide, leather, skin. - Strong's Number: H4399
There are 149 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מְלָאכָה
Transliteration: mᵉlâʼkâh
Pronunciation: mel-aw-kaw'
Description: from the same as מֲלְאָךְ; properly, deputyship, i.e. ministry; generally, employment (never servile) or work (abstractly or concretely); also property (as the result of labor); business, [phrase] cattle, [phrase] industrious, occupation, ([phrase] -pied), [phrase] officer, thing (made), use, (manner of) work((-man), -manship).