Leviticus 14:45 Meaning and Explanation
“And he shall break down the house, the stones of it, and the timber thereof, and all the morter of the house; and he shall carry them forth out of the city into an unclean place.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The entire house is demolished; all its materials are carried outside the city to an unclean place.
The Context of Leviticus 14:45
Total destruction is the only remedy for a house thoroughly claimed by plague.
What Does Leviticus 14:45 Mean?
Demolition was final and complete. Nothing of the afflicted house could be salvaged or reused. Stones, timber, mortar—all had to be removed from the city entirely, decontaminated from the community and from use.
This was devastating for the owner. A house was often the family's greatest possession. Its loss was economic catastrophe. Yet the law prioritized the community's safety over individual property claims.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 14:45
What does Leviticus 14:45 mean?
The entire house is demolished; all its materials are carried outside the city to an unclean place.
What is the context of Leviticus 14:45?
Total destruction is the only remedy for a house thoroughly claimed by plague.