Topical Encyclopedia BathThe term "Bath" refers to an ancient Hebrew unit of liquid measurement used in the Old Testament. It is equivalent to approximately 22 liters or about 5.8 gallons. The Bath was a standard measure for liquids such as oil and wine, and it played a significant role in the economic and religious life of ancient Israel. In the Bible, the Bath is mentioned in various contexts, often in relation to offerings and trade. For example, in 1 Kings 7:26, the construction of Solomon's Temple includes a description of the "Sea," a large basin that held "two thousand baths" of water. This illustrates the Bath's use in large-scale measurements and its importance in temple rituals. The Bath is also referenced in the context of trade and commerce. Ezekiel 45:11 provides a standardization of measurements, stating, "The ephah and the bath shall be the same size: the bath containing a tenth of a homer, and the ephah a tenth of a homer; their standard shall be according to the homer." This passage highlights the Bath's role in ensuring fair trade practices and maintaining consistency in economic transactions. Ephah The Ephah is another ancient Hebrew unit of measurement, primarily used for dry goods such as grain. It is roughly equivalent to 22 liters or about 0.63 bushels. Like the Bath, the Ephah was integral to the daily life and religious practices of the Israelites. The Ephah is frequently mentioned in the context of offerings and sacrifices. In Leviticus 5:11, the law provides for a sin offering of "a tenth of an ephah of fine flour" for those who could not afford more costly sacrifices. This demonstrates the Ephah's role in the sacrificial system and its accessibility to people of varying economic means. In the prophetic literature, the Ephah is used symbolically to convey messages of justice and righteousness. For instance, in Zechariah 5:6-8, the prophet sees a vision of an Ephah basket, which represents the iniquity of the people. This vision underscores the Ephah's symbolic significance in conveying divine judgment and moral standards. The Ephah is also mentioned in the context of fair trade. As noted in Ezekiel 45:11, the Ephah and the Bath are standardized to ensure equitable commerce. This reflects the biblical emphasis on honesty and integrity in economic dealings. Both the Bath and the Ephah are essential to understanding the daily life, religious practices, and economic systems of ancient Israel. They serve as reminders of the biblical principles of fairness, justice, and devotion to God. ATS Bible Dictionary Bath or EphahA Hebrew measure, containing seven gallons, four pints, liquid measure; or three pecks, three pecks, three pints, dry measure. Library The Unjust Steward - Dives and Lazarus - Jewish Agricultural Notes ... In Our Last Chapter we Sought to Show that in Rev. . . A Prophet's Woes The Section Chap. I. -iii. Appendix xii. The Baptism of Proselytes On his Father'S Silence, Because of the Plague of Hail. Answer to Eunomius' Second Book . Solomon's Temple Spiritualized Resources What are the modern equivalents of biblical weights and measures? | GotQuestions.orgSign of the cross - what is the meaning? | GotQuestions.org What is Restorationism? | GotQuestions.org Bath: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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