Bible dictionary for children
Leprosy
Leprosy is a traditional translation word for certain serious skin conditions described in the Bible.
In simple words
What does it mean?
Leprosy is a traditional translation word for certain serious skin conditions described in the Bible. It does not always mean exactly the modern illness called Hansen's disease.
Talk about it
Why should we be careful when comparing ancient and modern illness names?
An example from the Bible
Leviticus describes examining skin conditions within ancient ritual rules. A person with a skin condition should never be treated as less valuable.
Read Leviticus 13:2 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
Read the surrounding passage to see who is speaking and how this word or idea is being used. The linked reading opens the full chapter.
Related reading: Leviticus 13:2
“When a man shall have a swelling in his body’s skin, or a scab, or a bright spot, and it becomes in the skin of his body the plague of leprosy, then he shall be brought to Aaron the priest or to one of his sons, the priests.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
