On another occasion, when He was in one of the towns, there was a man there covered with leprosy, who, seeing Jesus, threw himself at His feet and implored Him, saying, "Sir, if only you are willing, you are able to make me clean."

and when it comes, it finds the house swept clean and in good order.

The Master however said to him, "Here we see how you Pharisees clean the outside of the cup or plate, while your secret hearts are full of greed and selfishness.

But as to what is within, give alms, and instantly all is clean in you.

Perceiving this, He said to them, "Go and show yourselves to the Priests." And while on their way to do this they were made clean.

"Were not all ten made clean?" Jesus asked; "but where are the nine?