The book of Leviticus contains the instructions given to the Israelites on how they were to avoid outbreaks of contagious diseases, including the practice of quarantine.
Kolmas Moosese raamat sisaldab iisraellastele antud juhendeid selle kohta, kuidas vältida nakkushaiguste puhanguid, sealhulgas juhtnööre karantiini kehtestamiseks.