Leviticus 14:40 Meaning and Explanation
“Then the priest shall command that they take away the stones in which the plague is, and they shall cast them into an unclean place without the city:”
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Read Full Chapter →If the plague has spread, the priest orders the diseased stones removed and dumped in an unclean place outside the city.
The Context of Leviticus 14:40
Active plague triggers aggressive treatment: removal and isolation of the infected material.
What Does Leviticus 14:40 Mean?
Cutting out the plague was a surgical approach—remove the infected parts, discard them beyond the city boundary where they cannot contaminate. An unclean place (ashpot, refuse area) was where all unclean things were disposed of.
This was costly for the owner but necessary. The stones themselves, once the plague took hold, were useless and dangerous. Their removal was the only way to stop the spread.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 14:40
What does Leviticus 14:40 mean?
If the plague has spread, the priest orders the diseased stones removed and dumped in an unclean place outside the city.
What is the context of Leviticus 14:40?
Active plague triggers aggressive treatment: removal and isolation of the infected material.