Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version he is to order that the contaminated stones be torn out and thrown into an unclean place outside the town. New Living Translation the priest must order that the stones from those areas be removed. The contaminated material will then be taken outside the town to an area designated as ceremonially unclean. English Standard Version then the priest shall command that they take out the stones in which is the disease and throw them into an unclean place outside the city. Berean Standard Bible he must order that the contaminated stones be pulled out and thrown into an unclean place outside the city. Berean Literal Bible then the priest shall command, and they shall take away the stones in which the plague is, and they shall cast them to the outside of the city, to an unclean place. King James Bible Then the priest shall command that they take away the stones in which the plague is, and they shall cast them into an unclean place without the city: New King James Version then the priest shall command that they take away the stones in which is the plague, and they shall cast them into an unclean place outside the city. New American Standard Bible the priest shall order them to pull out the stones with the spot on them and throw them away at an unclean place outside the city. NASB 1995 then the priest shall order them to tear out the stones with the mark in them and throw them away at an unclean place outside the city. NASB 1977 then the priest shall order them to tear out the stones with the mark in them and throw them away at an unclean place outside the city. Legacy Standard Bible then the priest shall command them to tear out the stones with the mark in them and throw them away at an unclean place outside the city. Amplified Bible he shall order them to tear out the contaminated stones and throw them into an unclean place outside the city. Berean Annotated Bible he must order that the contaminated stones be pulled out and thrown into an unclean place outside the city. Christian Standard Bible the priest must order that the stones with the contamination be pulled out and thrown into an unclean place outside the city. Holman Christian Standard Bible the priest must order that the stones with the contamination be pulled out and thrown into an unclean place outside the city. American Standard Version then the priest shall command that they take out the stones in which the plague is, and cast them into an unclean place without the city: English Revised Version then the priest shall command that they take out the stones in which the plague is, and cast them into an unclean place without the city: GOD'S WORD® Translation the priest must order the stones that have the mildew to be torn out and thrown outside the city in an unclean place. Good News Translation he shall order that the stones on which the mildew is found be removed and thrown into some unclean place outside the city. International Standard Version then the priest is to command that they take out the contaminated stones and discard them in an unclean place outside the city. NET Bible then the priest is to command that the stones that had the infection in them be pulled and thrown outside the city into an unclean place. New Heart English Bible then the priest shall command that they take out the stones in which is the plague, and cast them into an unclean place outside of the city: Webster's Bible Translation Then the priest shall command that they take away the stones in which the plague is, and they shall cast them into an unclean place without the city: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblehe must order that the contaminated stones be pulled out and thrown into an unclean place outside the city. World English Bible then the priest shall command that they take out the stones in which is the plague, and cast them into an unclean place outside of the city. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the priest has commanded, and they have drawn out the stones in which the plague [is], and have cast them to the outside of the city, to an unclean place; Berean Literal Bible then the priest shall command, and they shall take away the stones in which the plague is, and they shall cast them to the outside of the city, to an unclean place. Young's Literal Translation and the priest hath commanded, and they have drawn out the stones in which the plague is, and have cast them unto the outside of the city, unto an unclean place; Smith's Literal Translation And the priest commanded, and they took away the stones which in them was the stroke, and they cast them without the city into an unclean place. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe shall command, that the stones wherein the leprosy is, be taken out, and cast without the city into an unclean place: Catholic Public Domain Version he shall order the stones in which the leprosy is, to be dug out and cast outside the city in an unclean place, New American Bible he shall order the infected stones to be pulled out and cast in an unclean place outside the city. New Revised Standard Version the priest shall command that the stones in which the disease appears be taken out and thrown into an unclean place outside the city. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen the priest shall command that they take away the stones in which the plague of leprosy is, and they shall cast them into an unclean place outside the city; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The Priest shall command and they shall take out the stones that have the plague of leprosy in them and they will cast them outside of the town in a defiled place: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917then the priest shall command that they take out the stones in which the plague is, and cast them into an unclean place without the city. Brenton Septuagint Translation then the priest shall give orders, and they shall take away the stones in which the plague is, and shall cast them out of the city into an unclean place. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Signs of Home Contamination…39On the seventh day the priest is to return and inspect the house. If the mildew has spread on the walls, 40he must order that the contaminated stones be pulled out and thrown into an unclean place outside the city. 41And he shall have the inside of the house scraped completely and the plaster that is scraped off dumped into an unclean place outside the city.… Cross References he must order that the contaminated stones be pulled out 2 Chronicles 29:16 So the priests went inside the house of the LORD to cleanse it, and they brought out to the courtyard all the unclean things that they found in the temple of the LORD. Then the Levites took these things and carried them out to the Kidron Valley. Nehemiah 13:8-9 And I was greatly displeased and threw all of Tobiah’s household goods out of the room. / Then I ordered that the rooms be purified, and I had the articles of the house of God restored to them, along with the grain offerings and frankincense. Deuteronomy 7:5 Instead, this is what you are to do to them: tear down their altars, smash their sacred pillars, cut down their Asherah poles, and burn their idols in the fire. and thrown into an unclean place Deuteronomy 23:12-14 You must have a place outside the camp to go and relieve yourself. / And you must have a digging tool in your equipment so that when you relieve yourself you can dig a hole and cover up your excrement. / For the LORD your God walks throughout your camp to protect you and deliver your enemies to you. Your camp must be holy, lest He see anything unclean among you and turn away from you. Numbers 5:2-4 “Command the Israelites to send away from the camp anyone with a skin disease, anyone who has a bodily discharge, and anyone who is defiled by a dead body. / You must send away male and female alike; send them outside the camp so they will not defile their camp, where I dwell among them.” / So the Israelites did this, sending such people outside the camp. They did just as the LORD had instructed Moses. Leviticus 16:27 The bull for the sin offering and the goat for the sin offering, whose blood was brought into the Most Holy Place to make atonement, must be taken outside the camp; and their hides, flesh, and dung must be burned up. outside the city. 2 Kings 23:6 He brought the Asherah pole from the house of the LORD to the Kidron Valley outside Jerusalem, and there he burned it, ground it to powder, and threw its dust on the graves of the common people. 1 Kings 21:13 And the two scoundrels came in and sat opposite Naboth, and these men testified against him before the people, saying, “Naboth has cursed both God and the king!” So they took him outside the city and stoned him to death. Acts 7:58 They dragged him out of the city and began to stone him. Meanwhile the witnesses laid their garments at the feet of a young man named Saul. Deuteronomy 24:8 In cases of infectious skin diseases, be careful to diligently follow everything the Levitical priests instruct you. Be careful to do as I have commanded them. Numbers 19:14-19 This is the law when a person dies in a tent: Everyone who enters the tent and everyone already in the tent will be unclean for seven days, / and any open container without a lid fastened on it is unclean. / Anyone in the open field who touches someone who has been killed by the sword or has died of natural causes, or anyone who touches a human bone or a grave, will be unclean for seven days. … 1 Kings 8:37-39 When famine or plague comes upon the land, or blight or mildew or locusts or grasshoppers, or when their enemy besieges them in their cities, whatever plague or sickness may come, / then may whatever prayer or petition Your people Israel make—each knowing his own afflictions and spreading out his hands toward this temple— / be heard by You from heaven, Your dwelling place. And may You forgive and act, and repay each man according to all his ways, since You know his heart—for You alone know the hearts of all men— 2 Chronicles 6:28-30 When famine or plague comes upon the land, or blight or mildew or locusts or grasshoppers, or when their enemies besiege them in their cities, whatever plague or sickness may come, / then may whatever prayer or plea Your people Israel make—each knowing his own afflictions and spreading out his hands toward this temple— / be heard by You from heaven, Your dwelling place. And may You forgive and repay each man according to all his ways, since You know his heart—for You alone know the hearts of men— Isaiah 1:16 Wash and cleanse yourselves. Remove your evil deeds from My sight. Stop doing evil! Ezekiel 36:25 I will also sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean. I will cleanse you from all your impurities and all your idols. Haggai 2:13-14 So Haggai asked, “If one who is defiled by contact with a corpse touches any of these, does it become defiled?” “Yes, it becomes defiled,” the priests answered. / Then Haggai replied, “So it is with this people and this nation before Me, declares the LORD, and so it is with every work of their hands; whatever they offer there is defiled. Treasury of Scripture Then the priest shall command that they take away the stones in which the plague is, and they shall cast them into an unclean place without the city: take away Psalm 101:5,7,8 Whoso privily slandereth his neighbour, him will I cut off: him that hath an high look and a proud heart will not I suffer… Proverbs 22:10 Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease. Proverbs 25:4,5 Take away the dross from the silver, and there shall come forth a vessel for the finer… without the city Revelation 22:15 For without are dogs, and sorcerers, and whoremongers, and murderers, and idolaters, and whosoever loveth and maketh a lie. Jump to Previous Cast City Command Commanded Contaminated Disease Drawn Mark Order Orders Outside Plague Priest Stones Tear Throw Thrown Torn UncleanJump to Next Cast City Command Commanded Contaminated Disease Drawn Mark Order Orders Outside Plague Priest Stones Tear Throw Thrown Torn UncleanLeviticus 14 1. The rites and sacrifices in cleansing the leper33. The signs of leprosy in a house 48. The cleansing of that house he must order that the contaminated stones be pulled out This directive is part of the Levitical laws concerning leprosy, which in this context refers to mold or mildew in a house. The priest acts as an inspector, ensuring the purity of the community. The removal of contaminated stones symbolizes the need to eliminate sin and impurity from one's life. This act of purification reflects the broader biblical theme of holiness and separation from sin, as seen in passages like 1 Corinthians 5:7, where Paul speaks of removing the "old leaven" to be a new batch. and thrown into an unclean place outside the city Persons / Places / Events 1. PriestThe priest acts as a mediator between God and the people, responsible for diagnosing and addressing issues of impurity, including those affecting buildings. 2. Contaminated Stones These represent elements within a structure that have been affected by mold or mildew, symbolizing sin or impurity that must be removed to restore holiness. 3. Unclean Place A designated area outside the city where impure items are disposed of, signifying separation from the community and the presence of God. 4. City Represents the community of God's people, which must remain pure and undefiled. 5. Event of Purification The process of removing contaminated stones is part of a broader ritual of purification, emphasizing the need for holiness in all aspects of life. Teaching Points Holiness in CommunityJust as the Israelites were instructed to remove impurity from their midst, Christians are called to maintain purity within their communities by addressing sin and promoting holiness. Role of Leadership The priest's role in diagnosing and addressing impurity highlights the responsibility of spiritual leaders to guide their communities in matters of holiness and discipline. Separation from Sin The act of removing contaminated stones to an unclean place outside the city serves as a metaphor for the need to separate ourselves from sin and its influences. Restoration and Renewal The process of purification is not just about removal but also about restoration, emphasizing God's desire to renew and restore His people to a state of holiness. Symbolism of Stones The contaminated stones can symbolize areas in our lives that need examination and cleansing, encouraging self-reflection and repentance. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 14:40?2. How does Leviticus 14:40 illustrate God's concern for purity in our lives? 3. What spiritual lessons can we learn from removing "contaminated stones" in Leviticus 14:40? 4. How does Leviticus 14:40 connect with New Testament teachings on holiness? 5. In what ways can we identify and remove "unclean" influences today? 6. How can Leviticus 14:40 guide us in maintaining spiritual cleanliness in our homes? 7. What is the significance of removing stones in Leviticus 14:40 for ancient Israelites? 8. How does Leviticus 14:40 reflect God's concern for purity and holiness? 9. What historical evidence supports the practices described in Leviticus 14:40? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 14? 11. Who was Lydia in the Bible? 12. Does the prescribed stoning for blasphemy (Leviticus 24:14) contradict the Sixth Commandment against killing (Exodus 20:13)? 13. John 8:3-5: Is there historical or legal evidence that supports the described procedure for dealing with adultery under Jewish law? 14. What is the Bible's stance on stoning? What Does Leviticus 14:40 Mean Setting the SceneLeviticus 14:40 sits in a larger section (Leviticus 14:33-53) where the LORD explains to Moses and Aaron how to deal with “defiling mold” in a house. Just as Leviticus 13 deals with skin disease in people, chapter 14 addresses impurity in dwellings. Earlier verses (vv. 34-38) describe the priest inspecting suspicious streaks on the walls; verse 40 tells what happens if the discoloration persists. By placing this instruction between personal purification (Leviticus 14:1-32) and community worship (Leviticus 15), the LORD shows that holiness must permeate private and public spaces alike (cf. Deuteronomy 23:14). The One Who Orders “He must order” refers to the priest who represents God’s authority on earth (Leviticus 14:35-38; Hebrews 5:1). The text underscores that cleansing is never a do-it-yourself project; divine oversight is required. Similarly, when Jesus sent lepers to the priest (Luke 17:14), He honored this principle that only God’s appointed mediator can declare something clean. Identifying the Contaminated Stones “Contaminated stones” translate physical evidence of decay—plaster or masonry holding a fungus-like growth. The Bible treats this threat as real, not symbolic only; the Creator knows pathogens before microscopes did. By calling the stones “contaminated,” God labels whatever endangers life and holiness as unfit for His covenant people (cf. Haggai 2:13). Sin likewise corrupts the heart (Jeremiah 17:9), demanding decisive action. Pulled Out—A Picture of Radical Removal The instruction to “pull out” signals more than surface cleaning. The wall must be dismantled until every infected stone is removed. Jesus applies the same logic to spiritual life when He advises plucking out an eye that causes sin (Matthew 5:29-30). Partial measures leave hidden spores; thorough obedience guards the whole household. Thrown into an Unclean Place Outside the City Disposal “outside the city” prevents re-contamination. Numbers 5:2-4 tells Israel to send the ceremonially unclean outside the camp; the same pattern appears when Christ was crucified “outside the gate” bearing our uncleanness (Hebrews 13:11-13). The principle is separation for the sake of restoration: what defiles must be isolated so what remains may be purified (2 Corinthians 6:17). Practical Echoes for Believers Today • Homeowners still confront mold, reminding us that fallen creation needs ongoing maintenance (Romans 8:20-22). • Parents and church leaders must guard their “spiritual houses” by removing influences that breed compromise (1 Corinthians 5:6-8). • Communities thrive when they act swiftly against what harms health or holiness, echoing these ancient but ever-relevant commands. summary Leviticus 14:40 calls the priest to command that every infected stone be uprooted and disposed of outside the city. Literally, the verse protects Israel from physical disease; spiritually, it teaches uncompromising removal of corruption. God’s people, houses, and hearts are to remain pure, and anything that threatens that purity—whether mold on a wall or sin in a life—must be taken out, never left to spread. Hebrew [he]הַכֹּהֵ֔ן (hak·kō·hên) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3548: Priest must order וְצִוָּה֙ (wə·ṣiw·wāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order that אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that the contaminated הַנָּ֑גַע (han·nā·ḡa‘) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5061: Mark -- a blow, a spot stones הָ֣אֲבָנִ֔ים (hā·’ă·ḇā·nîm) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 68: A stone be pulled out וְחִלְּצוּ֙ (wə·ḥil·lə·ṣū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 2502: To pull off, to strip, to depart, to deliver, equip, present, strengthen and thrown וְהִשְׁלִ֤יכוּ (wə·hiš·lî·ḵū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 7993: To throw out, down, away into אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to an unclean טָמֵֽא׃ (ṭā·mê) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2931: Unclean place מָק֖וֹם (mā·qō·wm) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4725: A standing, a spot, a condition outside מִח֣וּץ (mi·ḥūṣ) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2351: Separate by a, wall, outside, outdoors the city. לָעִ֔יר (lā·‘îr) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5892: Excitement Links Leviticus 14:40 NIVLeviticus 14:40 NLT Leviticus 14:40 ESV Leviticus 14:40 NASB Leviticus 14:40 KJV Leviticus 14:40 BibleApps.com Leviticus 14:40 Biblia Paralela Leviticus 14:40 Chinese Bible Leviticus 14:40 French Bible Leviticus 14:40 Catholic Bible OT Law: Leviticus 14:40 Then the priest shall command that they (Le Lv Lev.) |
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