Leviticus 14:47 Meaning and Explanation
“And he that lieth in the house shall wash his clothes; and he that eateth in the house shall wash his clothes.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Those who sleep or eat in the house become unclean and must wash their clothes.
The Context of Leviticus 14:47
Extended contact or daily activity in the house transmits uncleanness more thoroughly.
What Does Leviticus 14:47 Mean?
Sleeping or eating in a house during the quarantine meant sharing space with the plague daily. Washing clothes was the remedy—but the uncleanness was stated as fact, not conditional. It was automatic.
This applied even to the owner or caretaker who might remain to watch the property. They were not exempt; they shared the house's contamination by inhabiting it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 14:47
What does Leviticus 14:47 mean?
Those who sleep or eat in the house become unclean and must wash their clothes.
What is the context of Leviticus 14:47?
Extended contact or daily activity in the house transmits uncleanness more thoroughly.