Leviticus 14:54
Leviticus 14:54 Meaning and Explanation
“This is the law for all manner of plague of leprosy, and scall,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →This law governs all types of leprosy and scall (a scalp disease) of the skin.
The Context of Leviticus 14:54
The scope is clarified: the law covers all manifestations of the main diseases.
What Does Leviticus 14:54 Mean?
Scall (netek) was likely a fungal infection of the scalp or beard, similar to leprosy but distinct. The same principles of examination, isolation, cleansing, and restoration applied to it.
By naming both 'leprosy' and 'scall,' the law showed it was comprehensive. If other unclean conditions existed, they fell under the same legal framework.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 14:54
What does Leviticus 14:54 mean?
This law governs all types of leprosy and scall (a scalp disease) of the skin.
What is the context of Leviticus 14:54?
The scope is clarified: the law covers all manifestations of the main diseases.