Leviticus 5:3 Meaning and Explanation
“Or if he touch the uncleanness of man, whatsoever uncleanness it be that a man shall be defiled withal, and it be hid from him; when he knoweth of it, then he shall be guilty.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Contact with human uncleanness that was unknown also brings guilt upon discovery.
The Context of Leviticus 5:3
Extension of uncleanness laws to human sources.
What Does Leviticus 5:3 Mean?
Human sources of uncleanness—including bodily discharges—transfer impurity through contact, even accidentally. The principle is the same: if someone unknowingly touches such uncleanness, they become defiled without realizing it.
Once the person becomes aware of what has happened, they bear responsibility and must address it. The law does not ask 'Did you mean to?' but rather acknowledges that unwitting transgression still has consequences that must be remedied.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 5:3
What does Leviticus 5:3 mean?
Contact with human uncleanness that was unknown also brings guilt upon discovery.
What is the context of Leviticus 5:3?
Extension of uncleanness laws to human sources.