Leviticus 14:40 web — then the priest shall command that they take out the stones in which is the plague, and cast them into an unclean place…

World English Bible

"then the priest shall command that they take out the stones in which is the plague, and cast them into an unclean place outside of the city:"

— Leviticus 14:40, World English Bible

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

Leviticus 14:40 in Other Translations

6 versions All translations

Leviticus 14 — Context

37

He shall examine the plague; and behold, if the plague is in the walls of the house with hollow streaks, greenish or reddish, and it appears to be deeper than the wall;

38

then the priest shall go out of the house to the door of the house, and shut up the house seven days.

39

The priest shall come again on the seventh day, and look. If the plague has spread in the walls of the house,

40

then the priest shall command that they take out the stones in which is the plague, and cast them into an unclean place outside of the city:

41

and he shall cause the inside of the house to be scraped all over, and they shall pour out the mortar, that they scraped off, outside of the city into an unclean place.

42

They shall take other stones, and put them in the place of those stones; and he shall take other mortar, and shall plaster the house.

43

"If the plague comes again, and breaks out in the house, after he has taken out the stones, and after he has scraped the house, and after it was plastered;

Leviticus 14:40 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Leviticus 14:40 say?
Leviticus 14:40 in the World English Bible reads: “then the priest shall command that they take out the stones in which is the plague, and cast them into an unclean place outside of the city:”
Where is Leviticus 14:40 in the Bible?
Leviticus 14:40 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 14, verse 40.
Who wrote Leviticus?
Leviticus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Leviticus about?
Leviticus is Israel's handbook for holy living in the presence of a holy God. It details the sacrificial system, priestly duties, dietary and purity laws, and the festivals — all teaching that sin requires atonement and that God's people are called to be set apart.
What are the major themes of Leviticus?
Leviticus explores themes including Holiness, Sacrifice, Atonement, Priesthood, Purity. These themes shape the meaning and context of Leviticus 14:40.
What translation should I read Leviticus 14:40 in?
Leviticus 14:40 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Leviticus 14:40?
Leviticus 14:40 reads (WEB): “then the priest shall command that they take out the stones in which is the plague, and cast them into an unclean place outside of the city:” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
GodsGoodBook logo

GodsGoodBook

Making God's Word accessible to everyone

Experience the Bible like never before with multiple translations, powerful search tools, and features to make God's Word personal to you. Completely free, forever.

Features

15+ Bible Translations
Powerful Search Tools
Highlight & Annotate
Share Verses
100% Free Forever
© 2025 GodsGoodBookVersion 1.8.2