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Leviticus 13

Leviticus 13:48

Laws about Mildew · Leviticus 13:47–59
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Translations

Modern
…any weave or knit of linen or wool, or any article of leather—
Traditional
Whether it be in the warp, or woof; of linen, or of woollen; whether in a skin, or in any thing made of skin;
Literal
…or in the warp or in the woof, for the linen and for the wool, or in skin or in any work of skin,
Latin
…in stamine atque subtegmine, aut certe pellis, vel quidquid ex pelle confectum est,

Original

Hebrew
English
…any weave or knit of linen or wool, or any article of leather—

Notes

Leviticus 13:47–59

In Israel, the rainy season lasts from mid-October through March, bringing humid and cool weather. Mildew thrives during this period. Its spores can cause severe allergic reactions, creating a health issue.

The rules for mildew in clothing were like those for infections in people. If the mildew spread, it was serious. If they could stop, wash, or cut it out, they could save the garment. This process was also similar to treating rot and mold in buildings (Leviticus 14:33–53).

Leviticus 13:1–14:57

Regarding regulations for infections, the idea of "normal" and "abnormal" is important (see “Clean, Unclean, and Holy” Theme Note). Infections in people, clothing, or buildings are not normal. They indicate disease and death. This is the opposite of wholeness. So, infections make a person ceremonially unclean.

Glossary

Biblical Concept of Law Cleanness and Uncleanness, Regulations Concerning Deuteronomy, Book of History of Israel Law of Moses Leather Leper, Leprosy Leviticus, Book of Medicine and Medical Practice Naaman Priesthood Wool Worship

Topics

Dress: Ceremonial Purification of Garments: Liable to Plague and Leprosy Priests: Services of Deciding in Cases of Leprosy Sanitation: Contagion Sanitation: Disinfection Wool used for Clothing