Leviticus 13:10 Meaning and Explanation
“And the priest shall see him: and, behold, if the rising be white in the skin, and it have turned the hair white, and there be quick raw flesh in the rising;”
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Read Full Chapter →White lesion, white hair, and exposed raw flesh are signs of active leprosy.
The Context of Leviticus 13:10
Physical signs of active and progressing leprosy.
What Does Leviticus 13:10 Mean?
Three observable markers characterize active leprosy: a white raised area on the skin, white hair within the affected zone, and quick (living) raw flesh—open, exposed tissue that has lost protective covering. The presence of all three indicators reveals a disease in active progression, compromising the skin's integrity and exposing deeper tissue.
The detailed catalogue of signs demonstrates the priest's need for precise visual observation. These are not subjective judgments but concrete, visible phenomena. The specific combination—whiteness, white hair, and exposed flesh—distinguishes active leprosy from other skin conditions and justifies the community's response.
Leviticus 13:10 in the Original Language
basar chai (בָּשָׂר חַי), 'quick raw flesh' — living, exposed tissue that indicates the disease has penetrated below the skin's protective surface.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 13:10
What does Leviticus 13:10 mean?
White lesion, white hair, and exposed raw flesh are signs of active leprosy.
What is the context of Leviticus 13:10?
Physical signs of active and progressing leprosy.