The Bible

Leviticus 13:52

⁵² And therefore it shall be burnt with fire.

Commentary

Rend, the garments

'To rend the garments' signifies mourning for truth lost or destroyed, or the loss of faith.

'Rending the garments' can also signify zeal for doctrine and truth, and humility.

(References: Arcana Coelestia 4763, Genesis 37:29, 37:34)

The Bible

Genesis 37:34

³⁴ Jacob tore his clothes, and put sackcloth on his waist, and mourned for his son many days.