And the priest shall look on the plague, after that it is washed: and, behold, if the plague have not changed his colour, and the plague be not spread; it is unclean; thou shalt burn it in the fire; it is fret inward, whether it be bare within or without.
After the item has been washed, the priest will examine the contaminated area again. If the contamination hasn't changed color and hasn't spread, it is still unclean. You must burn it in the fire because the contamination has eaten through the material, whether the worn spot is on the inside or outside.
The priest is instructing that contaminated fabric or leather that shows no improvement after washing must be completely destroyed by fire because the contamination has permanently damaged the material.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Leviticus, God provided detailed laws to the Israelites about maintaining ritual purity and cleanliness, which were essential for their covenant relationship with Him as they journeyed through the wilderness after escaping Egypt. This verse specifically addresses how priests were to inspect fabrics or materials affected by plagues like mildew after washing, to determine if the impurity persisted and required destruction. These regulations helped prevent the spread of uncleanness, symbolizing the broader call for holiness in everyday life among God's people.
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