But if the scab spread much abroad in the skin, after that he hath been seen of the priest for his cleansing, he shall be seen of the priest again:
But if the skin condition spreads widely across the skin after the priest has examined him and declared him clean, he must go back to the priest for another examination.
This verse establishes that if a skin condition returns or spreads after being declared healed, the person needs to be re-examined by religious authorities.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of detailed laws about identifying and managing skin diseases in ancient Israel. Priests served as both religious leaders and public health officials, responsible for diagnosing contagious conditions and determining when someone could safely return to community life. These regulations protected the community from spreading diseases while providing a clear process for restoration.
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