Leviticus 13:33 Meaning and Explanation
“He shall be shaven, but the scall shall he not shave; and the priest shall shut him up him that hath the scall seven days more:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The person is shaved except in the affected area and quarantined for another week.
The Context of Leviticus 13:33
Shaving treatment and extended quarantine for suspected scall.
What Does Leviticus 13:33 Mean?
The person's head or beard is shaved entirely except in the area of the scall itself. This treatment serves multiple purposes: it removes hair that might conceal leprosy signs and it marks the person for observation, making the affected area more visible for inspection. The continuing quarantine for another seven days allows time to assess the area under these new conditions.
The selective shaving is a practical intervention, not a punishment. By clearing the surrounding hair, the priest can better examine the scall's boundaries and monitor for any spread or changes. The second quarantine period extends the observation to fourteen days total, providing extended opportunity for the condition to reveal its true nature.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 13:33
What does Leviticus 13:33 mean?
The person is shaved except in the affected area and quarantined for another week.
What is the context of Leviticus 13:33?
Shaving treatment and extended quarantine for suspected scall.