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Or if the raw flesh turn again, and be changed to white, then he shall come to the priest;
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A Process for Restoration
Commentators explain that this verse describes a positive change. If the 'raw flesh,' which was a sign of active disease and uncleanness, healed and turned white, the person was required to return to the priest. This shows that the diagnosis was an ongoing process, and God provided a clear path for re-evaluation and potential restoration to the community.
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Leviticus
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The disease indicated here appears to be what is now known as Lepra commonis, the common White Leprosy, or Dry Tetter. It first shows itself in red…
19th Century
Anglican
Or if the raw flesh turn again. —Rather, yet if the sound flesh changes again and becomes, etc. As soon, however, as the patches …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Or if the raw flesh turn again Changes its colour, from redness, which is in raw flesh:
and be ch…
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