Leviticus 14:44 Meaning and Explanation
“Then the priest shall come and look, and, behold, if the plague be spread in the house, it is a fretting leprosy in the house: it is unclean.”
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Read Full Chapter →If the priest's examination shows the plague has spread throughout the house, it is declared incurably unclean.
The Context of Leviticus 14:44
The priest's final judgment pronounces the house beyond redemption.
What Does Leviticus 14:44 Mean?
Spread throughout meant the plague had penetrated structure and timbers. The house was compromised at a fundamental level. Continued habitation would be dangerous; the owner could not safely dwell there.
The priest's pronouncement was the official verdict: unclean. The house could not be cleansed or restored. It was condemned.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 14:44
What does Leviticus 14:44 mean?
If the priest's examination shows the plague has spread throughout the house, it is declared incurably unclean.
What is the context of Leviticus 14:44?
The priest's final judgment pronounces the house beyond redemption.