KJV ORIGINAL
But when raw flesh appeareth in him, he shall be unclean.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
But when open, raw flesh appears on him, he will be unclean.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is saying that if someone has open, raw flesh showing on their body, they are considered ceremonially unclean according to God's law.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the detailed laws God gave Moses about skin diseases and infections in ancient Israel. These regulations helped protect the community's health by identifying contagious conditions and preventing their spread. The priests served as both spiritual leaders and public health officials, examining people to determine if they were clean or unclean.
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