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Leviticus, 12

1. And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying:

1. Il Signore disse a Mosè: "Parla ai figli d'Israele e di' loro:

2. Speak to the children of Israel, and thou shalt say to them: If a woman having received seed shall bear a man child, she shall be unclean seven days, according to the days of the separation of her flowers.

2. Se una donna è stata fecondata e partorisce un maschio, è impura per sette giorni, come al tempo delle sue regole.

3. And on the eighth day the infant shall be circumcised:

3. L'ottavo giorno si circoncida la carne del membro del bambino;

4. But she shall remain three and thirty days in the blood of her purification. She shall touch no holy thing, neither shall she enter into the sanctuary, until the days of her purification be fulfilled.

4. ed ella continuerà a purificarsi dal sangue per trentatré giorni; non toccherà alcunché di sacro e non andrà al santuario fino a che siano compiuti i giorni della sua purificazione.

5. But if she shall bear a maid child, she shall be unclean two weeks, according to the custom of her monthly courses, and she shall remain in the blood of her purification sixty-six days.

5. Se ha partorito una femmina, è impura per due settimane, come nel tempo delle sue regole, e per sessantasei giorni resterà a purificarsi dal sangue.

6. And when the days of her purification are expired, for a son, or for a daughter, she shall bring to the door of the tabernacle of the testimony, a lamb of a year old for a holocaust, and a young pigeon or a turtle for sin, and shall deliver them to the priest:

6. Quando saranno compiuti i giorni della sua purificazione, sia che si tratti di un figlio o di una figlia, porti un agnello per l'olocausto e un colombo o una tortora per il sacrificio espiatorio, al sacerdote, all'ingresso della tenda del convegno;

7. Who shall offer them before the Lord, and shall pray for her, and so she shall be cleansed from the issue of her blood. This is the law for her that beareth a man child or a maid child.

7. egli offra ciò alla presenza del Signore e faccia per lei il sacrificio espiatorio ed ella sarà purificata dal flusso del suo sangue. Questa è la legge per la donna che partorisce un maschio o una femmina.

8. And if her hand find not sufficiency, and she is not able to offer a lamb, she shall take two turtles, or two young pigeons, one for a holocaust, and another for sin: and the priest shall pray for her, and so she shall be cleansed.

8. Se non ha mezzi sufficienti per offrire un ovino, prenda due tortore o due colombi, uno per l'olocausto e uno per il sacrificio espiatorio; il sacerdote faccia per lei il sacrificio espiatorio, ed ella sarà purificata".



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Notes de bas de page:

12:1-4 - After the birth of a child, a mother goes through a period of purification. This emphasizes the need for purity in worship and daily life, and the idea that birth, though a divine gift, involves spiritual renewal (see also Psalm 51:5 and Luke 2:22).

12:5 - The period of purification is longer when a daughter is born, reinforcing the purity rituals and cultural traditions of ancient Israel. The law reflects the distinction between men and women in terms of ritual purity (see also Leviticus 15:19-24 and Numbers 19:11-13).

12:6-7 - The mother offers a sin offering and a burnt offering after the period of purification, symbolizing renewal and thanksgiving for new life. This sacrifice highlights the value of birth and spiritual restoration (see also Leviticus 5:6-10 and Hebrews 10:1-4).

12:8 - For poor families, the offering of two turtledoves or two young pigeons is permitted instead of a lamb. This demonstrates God's provision for all, regardless of their economic status, and the principle of equality before God (see also Luke 2:24 and 2 Corinthians 8:12).

Versets liés à Leviticus, 12:

Leviticus chapter 12 addresses the laws of purification after childbirth. How does motherhood relate to ritual purity? This concise text details the periods of impurity and sacrifices required after the birth of a son or daughter. The chapter highlights the sanctity of life, the importance of purification and gratitude to God for new life. These laws reflect both biological realities and profound spiritual truths. Explore with us five biblical passages that clarify the symbolism and relevance of these purification laws.

Luke 2:22-24: "When the days of their purification were completed, according to the Law of Moses, Joseph and Mary took him to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord (as it is written in the Law of the Lord: 'Every firstborn male shall be consecrated to the Lord' ), and to offer a sacrifice, according to what the Law of the Lord says: 'two turtledoves or two young pigeons'." - This passage shows Mary and Joseph following the laws of purification after birth as set forth in Leviticus 12.

Galatians 4:4-5: "But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons." - Paul makes indirect reference to the laws of Leviticus 12, noting that Jesus was born "under the law," which would include the laws of purification after birth.

Psalms 51:5: "I have known that I have been a sinner since I was born, yes, since my mother conceived me." - This psalm reflects the idea of impurity associated with birth, which underlies the laws of purification in Leviticus 12.

John 3:1-6: "Jesus replied: 'I tell you the truth: No one can enter the Kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit. What is born of the flesh is flesh, but what is born of the Spirit is spirit.'" - Jesus talks about a new type of birth, contrasting with the physical birth that requires purification according to Leviticus 12.

Job 14:1,4: "A man born of a woman lives a short time and goes through many difficulties. [...] Who can extract something pure from the impure? Nobody!" - Job reflects on the nature of human birth, echoing the concepts of impurity associated with birth in Leviticus 12.

FAQ:

What does Leviticus chapter 12 say about purification after childbirth?

After giving birth, a woman undergoes a period of purification: 7 days for a male child and 14 days for a female child. At the end, she offers a sacrifice to the Lord. (Leviticus 12:1-8)

What is the significance of the sacrifice offered after childbirth in Leviticus 12?

The mother offers a lamb or a bird as a sacrifice of atonement, symbolizing her purification and spiritual renewal after giving birth. (Leviticus 12:6-8)

Why was there a difference in the purification time between male and female children?

The text does not directly explain why, but the longer purification period for girls may reflect cultural norms and rituals of the time. (Leviticus 12:5)

What was the role of the priests in the purification ritual after childbirth?

The priests oversaw the sacrifice offered by the mother and declared her purification, following God’s commandments. (Leviticus 12:6-8)

What was the purpose of the purification rituals mentioned in Leviticus 12?

Purification rituals were intended to restore a woman's communion with the community and with God after childbirth and a period of impurity. (Leviticus 12:4-8)


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