Lexicon mishqol: Weight, measure Original Word: מִשְׁקוֹל Strong's Exhaustive Concordance weight From shaqal; weight -- weight. see HEBREW shaqal NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom shaqal Definition heaviness, weight NASB Translation weight (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs מִשְׁקוֺל noun [masculine] heaviness, weight; — ׳בְּמ Ezekiel 4:10 by weight. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root שָׁקַל (shaqal), which means "to weigh."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G2218 ζυγός (zygos): Refers to a yoke or a pair of scales, often used metaphorically for balance or burden. Usage: The word מִשְׁקוֹל is used in the context of weights and measures, often in relation to trade and commerce, ensuring fairness and accuracy in transactions. Context: מִשְׁקוֹל (mishkol) is a noun masculine in Hebrew, primarily used to denote a standard of weight. In ancient Israel, weights were crucial for trade and economic transactions, ensuring that goods were exchanged fairly. The concept of just weights and measures is emphasized in the Hebrew Bible, reflecting the importance of honesty and integrity in business practices. For instance, in Proverbs 11:1, it is stated, "Dishonest scales are an abomination to the LORD, but an accurate weight is His delight." This highlights the moral and ethical dimensions associated with the use of מִשְׁקוֹל. The term underscores the broader biblical principle of justice and righteousness in all dealings. Forms and Transliterations בְּמִשְׁק֕וֹל במשקול bə·miš·qō·wl bemishKol bəmišqōwlLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ezekiel 4:10 HEB: אֲשֶׁ֣ר תֹּאכֲלֶ֔נּוּ בְּמִשְׁק֕וֹל עֶשְׂרִ֥ים שֶׁ֖קֶל NAS: a day by weight; you shall eat KJV: which thou shalt eat [shall be] by weight, twenty INT: which eat weight twenty shekels 1 Occurrence |
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