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     • The major weight of metal mentioned in the Bible is the shekel, as its name, which means simply "weight," testifies. Since the shekel was the definite weight, an expression such as "1,000 silver" (Genesis 20:16) can be explained as 1,000 shekels of silver, and the name of the weight is omitted since it is self-explanatory.
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     Weights, Measures & Coins of the Biblical & Talmudic Periods

2. biblehub.com › weights-and-measuresBible Weights and Measurements

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   Bible Weights and Measurements. All values are approximate. Many measurements vary by era and location. Lengths. Weights. Liquid Measures. Dry Measures.

   • Omer

     (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV) Exodus 16:33...

   • Cor

     This Hebrew word, untranslated, denotes a round vessel used...

   • Handbreadth

     Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. HANDBREADTH....

   • Bath

     Easton's Bible Dictionary. The use of the bath was very...

   • Homer

     (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV) Isaiah 5:10 For...

   • Beka

     Standard Bible Encyclopedia BEIRUT. ba'-root'. See BERYTUS....

   • Hin

     (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV) Exodus 30:24...

   • Log

     The smallest measure for liquids used by the Hebrews...

3. www.gotquestions.org › biblical-weights-andWhat are the modern equivalents of biblical weights and ...

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   Jan 4, 2022 · Some Bible translations have replaced the archaic words with modern equivalents or approximations. Other translations simply transliterate the Greek and Hebrew words for the measurements. Below are several terms and their approximated equivalents in both metric and imperial measurements.

4. www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org › weights-measuresWeights, Measures & Coins of the Biblical & Talmudic Periods

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   The major weight of metal mentioned in the Bible is the shekel, as its name, which means simply "weight," testifies.

5. kingjamesbibledictionary.com › MeasurementsKing James Bible Dictionary - Weights and Measurements in the ...

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   The use of weights and measurements was common in ancient times, just like it is today. Find the value of a Shekel and a Dram.

6. www.biblestudy.org › beginner › bible-weights-andWeights and Measures in the Bible - Bible Study

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   What are the various weights and measures used in the Bible? What are their modern equivalents? It should be first noted that the maintenance of honest weights and measures was an important principle in Biblical times.

7. bible.ca › coins › bible-coins-history-money-weightHistory of Biblical coins, how they were made, money weight ...

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   In ancient times 6 shekels was a specific weight and the value was dependent upon what was being weighed in the scale! Weight stones were a standard weight system place in one side of the balance. The earliest money system was based upon specific price of the weight of metals and commodities.

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   What does the Bible say about metal?

   • From this it follows that the biblical division is based upon an ancient Canaanite tradition. The major weight of metal mentioned in the Bible is the shekel, as its name, which means simply "weight," testifies.

   Weights, Measures & Coins of the Biblical & Talmudic Periods

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   What is the weight of metal in the Bible?

   • The major weight of metal mentioned in the Bible is the shekel, as its name, which means simply "weight," testifies. Since the shekel was the definite weight, an expression such as "1,000 silver" (Genesis 20:16) can be explained as 1,000 shekels of silver, and the name of the weight is omitted since it is self-explanatory.

   Weights, Measures & Coins of the Biblical & Talmudic Periods

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   What are the 7 weights related to metal in the Bible?

   • Seven weights related to metal (thus creating "coins") are mentioned in the Bible: talent, mina, shekel, beka, gerah, pim, and kesitah.

   Weights, Measures & Coins of the Biblical & Talmudic Periods

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   What are some biblical measurements?

   • Measurements can be divided into weight (often also used for money), distance, dry capacity, and liquid capacity. Here is a list of some biblical measurements and their approximate US and Metric equivalents. Talent (60 minas) is 75 pounds or 34 kilograms. Mina (50 shekels) is 1.25 pounds or .6 kilograms (600 grams).

   What are the biblical weights and measures in modern terms?

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   What does the Bible say about weights?

   • Below is a list of the King James Bible words that refer to the most commonly used weights and measures found in the Old and New Testaments. Used in the Bible for liquids (1Kings 7:26, Isaiah 5:10). The English word "bekah" is only found in Exodus 38:26. A bekah was half of a shekel.

   Weights and Measures in the Bible - Bible Study

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   How many weight stones were there in the Bible?

   • (Hendin, p74) Eight Hebrew weight stones from 701 BC excavated in Lachish, stratum II: four stones were 8 shekels and the other four stones were 4 shekels along with 17 bullae including the famous Shebna bulla of Isa 22:15-19.

   History of Biblical coins, how they were made, money weight system

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9. www.compellingtruth.org › biblical-weights-andWhat are the biblical weights and measures in modern terms?

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   Measurements can be divided into weight (often also used for money), distance, dry capacity, and liquid capacity. Here is a list of some biblical measurements and their approximate US and Metric equivalents. Weight: Talent (60 minas) is 75 pounds or 34 kilograms.