Leviticus 14:51
New International Version
Then he is to take the cedar wood, the hyssop, the scarlet yarn and the live bird, dip them into the blood of the dead bird and the fresh water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

New Living Translation
He will take the cedar stick, the hyssop branch, the scarlet yarn, and the live bird, and dip them into the blood of the slaughtered bird and into the fresh water. Then he will sprinkle the house seven times.

English Standard Version
and shall take the cedarwood and the hyssop and the scarlet yarn, along with the live bird, and dip them in the blood of the bird that was killed and in the fresh water and sprinkle the house seven times.

Berean Standard Bible
Then he shall take the cedar wood, the hyssop, the scarlet yarn, and the live bird, dip them in the blood of the slaughtered bird and the fresh water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

King James Bible
And he shall take the cedar wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet, and the living bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird, and in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times:

New King James Version
and he shall take the cedar wood, the hyssop, the scarlet, and the living bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird and in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

New American Standard Bible
Then he shall take the cedar wood, the hyssop, and the scarlet string, with the live bird, and dip them in the blood of the slaughtered bird as well as in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

NASB 1995
“Then he shall take the cedar wood and the hyssop and the scarlet string, with the live bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird as well as in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

NASB 1977
“Then he shall take the cedar wood and the hyssop and the scarlet string, with the live bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird, as well as in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then he shall take the cedar wood and the hyssop and the scarlet string, with the live bird, and he shall dip them in the blood of the slaughtered bird as well as in the running water, and he shall sprinkle the house seven times.

Amplified Bible
and he shall take the cedar wood and the hyssop and the scarlet string, and the living bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird as well as in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

Christian Standard Bible
He will take the cedar wood, the hyssop, the scarlet yarn, and the live bird, dip them in the blood of the slaughtered bird and the fresh water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
He will take the cedar wood, the hyssop, the scarlet yarn, and the live bird, dip them in the blood of the slaughtered bird and the fresh water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

American Standard Version
and he shall take the cedar wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet, and the living bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird, and in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times:

English Revised Version
and he shall take the cedar wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet, and the living bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird, and in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He must take the cedar wood, the hyssop sprig, the red yarn, and the living bird and dip them in the fresh water containing the blood of the bird that was killed. He must sprinkle the house seven times.

Good News Translation
Then he shall take the cedar wood, the hyssop, the red cord, and the live bird and shall dip them in the blood of the bird that was killed and in the fresh water. And he shall sprinkle the house seven times.

International Standard Version
He is to take the cedar wood, the hyssop, the two crimson threads, and the live bird, and dip them in the blood of the slaughtered bird over flowing water. Then he is to sprinkle the house seven times.

Majority Standard Bible
Then he shall take the cedar wood, the hyssop, the scarlet yarn, and the live bird, dip them in the blood of the slaughtered bird and the fresh water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

NET Bible
He must then take the piece of cedar wood, the twigs of hyssop, the scrap of crimson fabric, and the live bird, and dip them in the blood of the slaughtered bird and in the fresh water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

New Heart English Bible
He shall take the cedar wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet, and the living bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird, and in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

Webster's Bible Translation
And he shall take the cedar-wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet, and the living bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird, and in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times:

World English Bible
He shall take the cedar wood, the hyssop, the scarlet, and the living bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird, and in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and he has taken the cedar wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet, and the living bird, and has dipped them in the blood of the slaughtered bird, and in the running water, and has sprinkled against the house seven times.

Young's Literal Translation
and he hath taken the cedar wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet, and the living bird, and hath dipped them in the blood of the slaughtered bird, and in the running water, and hath sprinkled upon the house seven times.

Smith's Literal Translation
And he took the cedar wood, and the hyssop and the double scarlet, and the living bird, and dipped them in the blood of the slain bird, and in the living water, and sprinkled into the house seven times.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
He shall take the cedar wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet, and the living sparrow, and shall dip all in the blood of the sparrow that is immolated, and in the living water, and he shall sprinkle the house seven times:

Catholic Public Domain Version
he shall take the cedar wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet, and the living sparrow, and he shall dip all these in the blood of the immolated sparrow, and also in the living water, and he shall sprinkle the house seven times.

New American Bible
Then, taking the cedar wood, the hyssop and the scarlet yarn, together with the living bird, he shall dip them all in the blood of the slaughtered bird and the fresh water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

New Revised Standard Version
and shall take the cedarwood and the hyssop and the crimson yarn, along with the living bird, and dip them in the blood of the slaughtered bird and the fresh water, and sprinkle the house seven times.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And he shall take the other living bird, the cedar wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet material and dip them in the blood of the bird that was killed and in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And he shall take the other bird that is living and the wood of cedar and hyssop and dye of scarlet and shall dip them with these in the blood of the bird that is killed and in living water, and he shall sprinkle it on that house seven times:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And he shall take the cedar-wood, and the hyssop, and the scarlet, and the living bird, and dip them in the blood of the slain bird, and in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he shall take the cedar wood, and the spun scarlet, and the hyssop, and the living bird; and shall dip it into the blood of the bird slain over running water, and with them he shall sprinkle the house seven times.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Cleansing a Home
50and he shall slaughter one of the birds over fresh water in a clay pot. 51Then he shall take the cedar wood, the hyssop, the scarlet yarn, and the live bird, dip them in the blood of the slaughtered bird and the fresh water, and sprinkle the house seven times. 52And he shall cleanse the house with the bird’s blood, the fresh water, the live bird, the cedar wood, the hyssop, and the scarlet yarn.…

Cross References
Numbers 19:18
Then a man who is ceremonially clean is to take some hyssop, dip it in the water, and sprinkle the tent, all the furnishings, and the people who were there. He is also to sprinkle the one who touched a bone, a grave, or a person who has died or been slain.

Hebrews 9:19-22
For when Moses had proclaimed every commandment of the law to all the people, he took the blood of calves and goats, along with water, scarlet wool, and hyssop, and sprinkled the scroll and all the people, / saying, “This is the blood of the covenant, which God has commanded you to keep.” / In the same way, he sprinkled with blood the tabernacle and all the vessels used in worship. ...

Exodus 12:22
Take a cluster of hyssop, dip it into the blood in the basin, and brush the blood on the top and sides of the doorframe. None of you shall go out the door of his house until morning.

Leviticus 14:4-7
the priest shall order that two live clean birds, cedar wood, scarlet yarn, and hyssop be brought for the one to be cleansed. / Then the priest shall command that one of the birds be slaughtered over fresh water in a clay pot. / And he is to take the live bird together with the cedar wood, scarlet yarn, and hyssop, and dip them into the blood of the bird that was slaughtered over the fresh water. ...

Leviticus 14:49-50
He is to take two birds, cedar wood, scarlet yarn, and hyssop to purify the house; / and he shall slaughter one of the birds over fresh water in a clay pot.

Leviticus 14:52-53
And he shall cleanse the house with the bird’s blood, the fresh water, the live bird, the cedar wood, the hyssop, and the scarlet yarn. / Finally, he is to release the live bird into the open fields outside the city. In this way he will make atonement for the house, and it will be clean.

1 John 1:7
But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin.

Hebrews 10:22
let us draw near with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and our bodies washed with pure water.

Psalm 51:7
Purify me with hyssop, and I will be clean; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.

Isaiah 52:15
so He will sprinkle many nations. Kings will shut their mouths because of Him. For they will see what they have not been told, and they will understand what they have not heard.

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.

John 19:34
Instead, one of the soldiers pierced His side with a spear, and immediately blood and water flowed out.

Revelation 7:14
“Sir,” I answered, “you know.” So he replied, “These are the ones who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.

Matthew 8:3-4
Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. / Then Jesus instructed him, “See that you don’t tell anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and offer the gift prescribed by Moses, as a testimony to them.”

Mark 1:44
“See that you don’t tell anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and present the offering Moses prescribed for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.”


Treasury of Scripture

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Then he is to take
This phrase indicates a specific action required by the priest, emphasizing the importance of obedience and precision in following God's commands. The Hebrew root for "take" is "laqach," which often implies receiving or acquiring with intention. This action signifies the priest's role as an intermediary, carefully executing God's instructions to ensure the ritual's efficacy.

the cedar wood
Cedar wood, known for its durability and pleasant aroma, symbolizes strength and purification. In ancient times, cedar was highly valued for construction and religious purposes. Its inclusion in the ritual underscores the enduring nature of God's covenant and the purification process. The Hebrew word "erez" reflects its significance in biblical symbolism, often associated with majesty and incorruptibility.

the hyssop
Hyssop, a small aromatic plant, is frequently mentioned in purification rites. Its use here highlights its symbolic role in cleansing and atonement. The Hebrew term "ezov" is linked to purification, as seen in Psalm 51:7, "Cleanse me with hyssop, and I will be clean." Hyssop's presence in the ritual underscores the transformative power of God's forgiveness and renewal.

the scarlet yarn
Scarlet yarn, or "tola'at shani" in Hebrew, represents sin and redemption. The vivid color symbolizes both the stain of sin and the blood of atonement. In Isaiah 1:18, God promises, "Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow." This dual symbolism reflects the comprehensive nature of God's redemptive work through the ritual.

and the live bird
The live bird represents freedom and new life. In Hebrew, "tsippor" denotes a small bird, often used in sacrificial contexts. The release of the live bird symbolizes the removal of impurity and the restoration of the individual or community to a state of purity and wholeness, echoing the theme of liberation found throughout Scripture.

dip them together with the live bird
This action signifies the unity of the elements in the purification process. The Hebrew word "tabal" means to dip or immerse, indicating a thorough and complete cleansing. The act of dipping symbolizes the immersion of the individual or community in God's grace and mercy, leading to spiritual renewal.

in the blood of the slaughtered bird
Blood, or "dam" in Hebrew, is a powerful symbol of life and atonement. The use of blood in the ritual underscores the seriousness of sin and the necessity of sacrifice for purification. It points to the ultimate sacrifice of Christ, whose blood cleanses believers from all sin, as highlighted in Hebrews 9:22, "Without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness."

and the fresh water
Fresh water, or "mayim chayim," represents life and cleansing. Water is a recurring symbol of purification in Scripture, signifying the washing away of impurity and the renewal of life. This element of the ritual emphasizes the life-giving and cleansing power of God's Spirit, as seen in John 7:38, "Whoever believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him."

and sprinkle the house seven times
The act of sprinkling, "nazah" in Hebrew, is a ritual gesture of purification and consecration. The number seven signifies completeness and perfection in biblical numerology. Sprinkling the house seven times symbolizes the thoroughness of God's cleansing and the complete restoration of holiness, reflecting the perfection of God's work in creation and redemption.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then he shall take
וְלָקַ֣ח (wə·lā·qaḥ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3947: To take

the cedar
הָ֠אֶרֶז (hā·’e·rez)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 730: A cedar tree

wood,
עֵֽץ־ (‘êṣ-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 6086: Tree, trees, wood

the hyssop,
הָ֨אֵזֹ֜ב (hā·’ê·zōḇ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 231: Hyssop

the scarlet yarn,
שְׁנִ֣י (šə·nî)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8144: Crimson, the insect, its color, stuff dyed with it

and the live
הַֽחַיָּה֒ (ha·ḥay·yāh)
Article | Adjective - feminine singular
Strong's 2416: Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life

bird,
הַצִּפֹּ֣ר (haṣ·ṣip·pōr)
Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 6833: A little bird

dip
וְטָבַ֣ל (wə·ṭā·ḇal)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2881: To dip, to immerse

them in the blood
בְּדַם֙ (bə·ḏam)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1818: Blood, of man, an animal, the juice of the grape, bloodshed

of the slaughtered
הַשְּׁחוּטָ֔ה (haš·šə·ḥū·ṭāh)
Article | Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - feminine singular
Strong's 7819: To slaughter, beat

bird
הַצִּפֹּ֣ר (haṣ·ṣip·pōr)
Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 6833: A little bird

and the fresh
הַֽחַיִּ֑ים (ha·ḥay·yîm)
Article | Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 2416: Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life

water,
וּבַמַּ֖יִם (ū·ḇam·ma·yim)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 4325: Water, juice, urine, semen

and sprinkle
וְהִזָּ֥ה (wə·hiz·zāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5137: To spurt, spatter, sprinkle

the house
הַבַּ֖יִת (hab·ba·yiṯ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1004: A house

seven
שֶׁ֥בַע (še·ḇa‘)
Number - feminine singular
Strong's 7651: Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number

times.
פְּעָמִֽים׃ (pə·‘ā·mîm)
Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 6471: A beat, foot, anvil, occurrence


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