The textual outline of Leviticus 15

The chapter moves back and forth between male and female cases. Each of the four sections begins with if a man (’îš kî; Leviticus 15:2, Leviticus 15:16) or if a woman (iššā kî; Leviticus 15:19, Leviticus 15:25). The chapter is structured chiastically, with Leviticus 15:18 serving as the pivot.

A Chronic male discharges (Leviticus 15:2–15)

          B Short-term male discharges (Leviticus 15:16–17)

                     C Male and female (Leviticus 15:18)

          B’ Short-term female discharges (Leviticus 15:19–24)

A’ Chronic female discharges (Leviticus 15:25–30)