And he shall break down the house, the stones of it, and the timber thereof, and all the morter of the house; and he shall carry them forth out of the city into an unclean place.
The priest must completely tear down the house - its stones, wooden beams, and all the mortar - and carry all the materials outside the city to a place designated for unclean things.
This verse describes the final step when a house is so contaminated with mold or disease that it must be completely destroyed and removed from the community.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from detailed laws about dealing with infectious mold or fungus in houses during Israel's time in the wilderness and early settlement. The Israelites lived in close quarters where disease could spread rapidly, so strict measures were needed to protect public health. These regulations showed God's concern for both physical cleanliness and spiritual purity in the community.
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