Leviticus 13:12 Meaning and Explanation
“And if a leprosy break out abroad in the skin, and the leprosy cover all the skin of him that hath the plague from his head even to his foot, wheresoever the priest looketh;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Leprosy that spreads across the entire body from head to foot is examined by the priest.
The Context of Leviticus 13:12
Leprosy covering the entire body surface.
What Does Leviticus 13:12 Mean?
A leprosy that breaks out widely and covers the entire skin surface—from head to foot, everywhere the priest looks—represents the most extensive manifestation of the disease. This complete coverage changes the assessment significantly. Instead of isolated lesions requiring careful diagnosis, the disease has become total and visible in all areas the priest examines.
The phrase 'wheresoever the priest looketh' emphasizes the comprehensive nature of the examination. There are no hidden or marginal areas that need special consideration; the disease is visibly total. This totality becomes the basis for the next judgment about cleanness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 13:12
What does Leviticus 13:12 mean?
Leprosy that spreads across the entire body from head to foot is examined by the priest.
What is the context of Leviticus 13:12?
Leprosy covering the entire body surface.