Tzaraath
Tzaraath
Tzaraath (pronounced: tzah-rah-ath) is a term found in the Hebrew Bible and is often translated as a form of skin disease. The term is used primarily in the book of Leviticus 13-14.
Etymology
The word Tzaraath comes from the Hebrew root "tzara," which means "to have a skin disease." It is often translated into English as "leprosy," but the exact nature of the disease or condition described in the Bible is not known.
Description
Tzaraath is described in the Bible as a disease that affects not only humans but also clothing and houses. When a person was suspected of having Tzaraath, they were examined by a priest. If the priest confirmed the presence of Tzaraath, the person was declared unclean and had to live outside the camp until they were healed.
Related Terms
- Leprosy: A chronic, progressive bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae. It primarily affects the nerves of the extremities, the skin, the lining of the nose, and the upper respiratory tract.
- Priest: In many religions, a priest is a person authorized to perform the sacred rituals of a religion, especially as a mediatory agent between humans and one or more deities.
- Hebrew Bible: The Hebrew Bible, also called the Tanakh, is the canonical collection of Hebrew scriptures, including the Torah, the Prophets, and the Writings.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tzaraath
- Wikipedia's article - Tzaraath
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