Itch
Itch
(, che’res, from , to scratch and to burn), an inflammatory irritation of the skin, threatened to the Israelites as an infliction in case of idolatry (Deu 28:27); probably some coetaneous or eruptive disorder common in Egypt, but of what peculiar character is uncertain, if, indeed, any peculiar malady is intended. SEE DISEASE.
Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
Itch
ITCH.See Medicine, p. 599b.
Fuente: Hastings’ Dictionary of the Bible
Itch
(, hares; , psora): Only in Deu 28:27, where it probably refers to the parasitic skin disease of that name which is very common in Palestine. It is due to a small mite, Sarcoptes scabiei, which makes burrows in the skin and sometimes causes extensive crusts or scabs, attended with a severe itching. It is very easily communicated from person to person by contact, and can be cured only by destruction of the parasite. This disease disqualified its victims for the priesthood (Lev 21:20).
Fuente: International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
Itch
Deu 28:27