Topical Encyclopedia Measurement in the Bible encompasses a variety of units and methods used to quantify length, weight, capacity, and time. These measurements are integral to understanding the historical and cultural context of biblical narratives, laws, and prophecies.Length Biblical measurements of length include the cubit, span, handbreadth, and reed. The cubit, a common unit, is generally considered the distance from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger, approximately 18 inches. In Ezekiel 40:5, the prophet describes a measuring rod "six long cubits, each with a handbreadth," indicating a slightly longer cubit used in temple measurements. The span, half a cubit, is the distance from the thumb to the little finger when the hand is fully extended. The handbreadth, about 3 inches, is the width of four fingers. These measurements are often used in descriptions of sacred architecture, such as the dimensions of the Tabernacle and Solomon's Temple. Weight Weights in the Bible are primarily measured in talents, minas, shekels, and gerahs. The shekel, a standard unit of weight, is frequently mentioned in the context of commerce and offerings. Exodus 30:13 specifies the shekel as "twenty gerahs," establishing a smaller subdivision for precise transactions. The talent, a much larger unit, is used in describing vast quantities of precious metals. In 1 Kings 10:14, the weight of gold received by Solomon annually is recorded as "six hundred sixty-six talents," illustrating the wealth of his kingdom. Capacity Liquid and dry measures include the hin, ephah, bath, and omer. The ephah, a dry measure, is approximately equivalent to 22 liters or about half a bushel. In Ruth 2:17, Ruth gathers "about an ephah of barley," highlighting the abundance of Boaz's provision. The hin, a liquid measure, is about 3.7 liters or one gallon. It is often used in the context of offerings, as in Exodus 30:24, where a hin of olive oil is specified for the anointing oil. Time Time in the Bible is measured in days, weeks, months, and years, with the Sabbath and Jubilee years marking significant periods. The Hebrew calendar is lunar-based, with months beginning at the new moon. Leviticus 23 outlines the appointed feasts, each tied to specific times of the year, such as Passover in the first month. The concept of the Sabbath, a day of rest on the seventh day, is rooted in the creation narrative (Genesis 2:2-3) and codified in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:8-11). The Jubilee year, occurring every fiftieth year, is a time of liberation and restoration, as described in Leviticus 25:10. Symbolic Use Measurements in the Bible often carry symbolic significance. The dimensions of the New Jerusalem in Revelation 21:16, described as "twelve thousand stadia" in length, width, and height, symbolize perfection and completeness. Similarly, the precise measurements of the Tabernacle and Temple reflect divine order and holiness. Understanding biblical measurements enhances the study of Scripture by providing insight into the daily life, religious practices, and theological concepts of ancient Israel. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (n.) The act or result of measuring; mensuration; as, measurement is required.2. (n.) The extent, size, capacity, amount. or quantity ascertained by measuring; as, its measurement is five acres. Strong's Hebrew 4060a. middah -- measure, measurement, stature, size, a garment... 4060, 4060a. middah. 4060b . measure, measurement, stature, size, a garment. Transliteration: middah Short Definition: measurements. Word Origin fem. ... /hebrew/4060a.htm - 5k 8506. token -- a measurement 8507. Token -- "measurement," a city in Simeon 4971. mathkoneth -- measurement, tally, proportion 8508. toknith -- measurement, proportion 4461. memad -- measurement 4060. middah -- measure, measurement, stature, size, a garment 2256a. chebel -- cord, territory, band 5432. sese -- to drive away Library The Unjust Steward - Dives and Lazarus - Jewish Agricultural Notes ... Prayer and a Definite Religious Standard The Friend Whose Years do not Fail. Rev. W. Arthur, MA The Meaning Finally, we have the Promise of the Lord Given from the Throne. Of the Measure of the Interior Court by the Reed of God, with the ... That it was Previously Foretold that they Would Neither Know the ... 'Many Mansions' The People of the New Earth The Sixth Ennead Cfirst Tractate. On the Kinds of Being (1). Thesaurus Measurement (14 Occurrences)... 1. (n.) The act or result of measuring; mensuration; as, measurement is required. ... or quantity ascertained by measuring; as, its measurement is five acres. ... /m/measurement.htm - 10k Depth (22 Occurrences) Measure (269 Occurrences) Number (2370 Occurrences) Time (7245 Occurrences) Line (131 Occurrences) Measurements (20 Occurrences) Unit (7 Occurrences) Outlets (3 Occurrences) Over (11971 Occurrences) Resources How did Noah fit all the animals on the Ark? | GotQuestions.orgWill we experience time in heaven? | GotQuestions.org What was the significance of the temple veil being torn in two when Jesus died? | GotQuestions.org Measurement: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Measurement (14 Occurrences)Revelation 21:17 Leviticus 19:35 1 Kings 7:11 Psalms 78:55 Ezekiel 28:12 Ezekiel 40:10 Ezekiel 40:14 Ezekiel 40:21 Ezekiel 41:17 Ezekiel 43:10 Ezekiel 43:11 Ezekiel 45:11 Ezekiel 48:30 Ezekiel 48:33 Subtopics Related Terms |
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