Leviticus 14:34 Meaning and Explanation
“When ye be come into the land of Canaan, which I give to you for a possession, and I put the plague of leprosy in a house of the land of your possession;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →When Israel settles in Canaan, if house-leprosy appears, the owner must report it to the priest.
The Context of Leviticus 14:34
The law is positioned as future instruction for when Israel enters the land.
What Does Leviticus 14:34 Mean?
House-leprosy (nega, the same word used for personal leprosy) was likely a fungal or mold condition spreading through stone walls. The law treated it as a contagion that threatened the whole house and surrounding properties.
The owner's duty to report it immediately was essential—left untreated, the decay would spread. The priest, as the guardian of communal holiness, was the official who inspected and determined next steps.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 14:34
What does Leviticus 14:34 mean?
When Israel settles in Canaan, if house-leprosy appears, the owner must report it to the priest.
What is the context of Leviticus 14:34?
The law is positioned as future instruction for when Israel enters the land.