Leviticus 19:35 — Word Study
WLCלֹא־ תַעֲשׂ֥וּ עָ֖וֶל בַּמִּשְׁפָּ֑ט בַּמִּדָּ֕ה בַּמִּשְׁקָ֖ל וּבַמְּשׂוּרָֽה׃
BSAYou must notlôʼ useʻâsâh▸ dishonestʻevel [unfair, or deceitful] measuresmishpâṭ [in judgment, in meteyard] of lengthmiddâh [of line, of stature] weightmishqâl [or heaviness, of quantity] or volumemᵉsûwrâh [of capacity, in liquid measure]
| Greek | English | Parsing |
|---|---|---|
| לֹא־ | not | Particle |
| תַעֲשׂ֥וּ | you will do | Verb, Qal, imperfect second person masculine plural |
| עָ֖וֶל | injustice | Noun common, masculine singular absolute |
| בַּמִּשְׁפָּ֑ט | in judgment | Preposition, noun common masculine singular absolute |
| בַּמִּדָּ֕ה | in measurement | Preposition, noun common feminine singular absolute |
| בַּמִּשְׁקָ֖ל | in weight | Preposition, noun common masculine singular absolute |
| וּבַמְּשׂוּרָֽה׃ | and in volume | Conjunction, preposition, noun common feminine singular absolute |
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| BSB | You must not use dishonest measures of length, weight, or volume. |
| KJV | ¶ Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in meteyard, in weight, or in measure. |
| ASV | Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in measures of length, of weight, or of quantity. |
| YLT | 'Ye do not do perversity in judgment, in mete-yard, in weight, or in liquid measure; |
| WEB | “‘You shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in measures of length, of weight, or of quantity. |
| BBE | Do not make false decisions in questions of yard-sticks and weights and measures. |
Where they part company is עָ֖וֶל — see How Translations Differ.
The sentence has a main clause followed by a prepositional phrase that specifies the types of measures being addressed.
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Deep Study — Leviticus 19:35
Sections marked generated are written from the data on this page rather than by a named author. Everything else — the lexicon entries, the cross references, the manuscript readings, the counts — is quoted from its source unchanged.
Context — Ethical Guidelines for Israelgenerated
Leviticus 19:35 is part of a series of laws given to the Israelites that emphasize fairness and justice in their dealings with one another. This verse specifically addresses the importance of using honest measures in trade, reflecting God's concern for integrity in all aspects of life. The surrounding verses highlight the need to love others and treat them fairly, reinforcing the idea that ethical behavior is a reflection of one's relationship with God.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deuteronomy 25:13–15 | You shall not have two differing weights in your bag, one heavy and one light. |
| 2 | Proverbs 11:1 | Dishonest scales are an abomination to the LORD, but an accurate weight is His delight. |
| 3 | Proverbs 16:11 | Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are His concern. |
| 4 | Proverbs 20:10 | Differing weights and unequal measures — both are detestable to the LORD. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 22:12–13 | In you they take bribes to shed blood. You engage in usury, take excess interest, and extort your neighbors. But Me you have forgotten, declares the Lord GOD. |
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge — 8 references, hung on the phrase they belong to
The Key Word — עָ֖וֶל, 'A.velgenerated
The noun עָוֶל ('avel) refers to injustice or moral evil. It encompasses a range of wrongful actions, including deceitful practices in trade, which this verse explicitly condemns.
This word highlights the seriousness of dishonest practices, as they violate God's standards of righteousness. In the context of this verse, it serves as a warning against unfairness in measurements, which can lead to exploitation.
How Translations Differ — measured against the Berean Standard Biblegenerated
This study reads the verse in the Berean Standard Bible, so the BSB is the wording every comparison below is made against.
Sentence Structuregenerated
The main verb in the verse is תַעֲשׂ֥וּ, you will do, which governs the entire command. The structure includes multiple phrases that specify what is to be avoided: dishonest measures of length, weight, and volume.
The Hebrew word order places emphasis on the prohibition itself, with the negative particle לֹא (lo') leading the sentence, highlighting the importance of the command.
Septuagint Backgroundgenerated
The Septuagint translates עָ֖וֶל as ἄδικον (adikon), meaning 'unjust' or 'wrong.' This choice reflects a narrowing of the concept to focus specifically on the moral implications of injustice in trade.
The Greek word for 'measure' used in the Septuagint corresponds to the Hebrew terms, indicating a consistent understanding of the need for fairness in measurements.
In plain words — the whole versegenerated
Leviticus 19:35 commands the Israelites not to use dishonest measures in trade. This means they should be fair in how they measure length, weight, and volume. The surrounding verses emphasize the importance of treating others with love and fairness, reflecting God's standards for justice.
Frequently Asked Questionsgenerated
Using dishonest measures refers to cheating others by providing inaccurate measurements in trade, which is considered unjust and immoral.
Honesty in measurements is crucial as it ensures fairness in trade and reflects God's character of justice and righteousness.
This verse connects to the broader theme of loving one's neighbor, as unfair practices harm relationships and violate God's commandments.
Yes, similar themes of honesty and justice can be found in verses like Deuteronomy 25:13–15 and Proverbs 11:1.
Reflection Questionsgenerated
- In what areas of my life do I need to ensure honesty and fairness?
- How can I better treat others with love and respect, as instructed in this passage?
- What are some practical ways to avoid dishonesty in my daily dealings?
- How does this command reflect God's character and His expectations for us?
Commentators on this verse — 8 expositors, verse by verse
Each of these wrote on Leviticus 19:35 itself, not merely on the chapter around it.
John Gill1697–1771Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleYe shall do no unrighteousness in judgment,.... This is repeated from Leviticus 19:15; and in order to lead on to some other laws and instructions; though Aben Ezra thinks this is said in connection
Read John Gill on Leviticus 19 →Robert Jamieson1802–1880Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's CommentaryYe shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in meteyard, in weight, or in measure. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Read Robert Jamieson on Leviticus 19 →Matthew Poole1624–1679Matthew Poole's Commentary on the Holy BibleIn meteyard; in the measuring of lands, or any dry and continued things, as cloth, ribband, &c. In measure; in the measuring of liquid or such dry things as are not continued, only contiguous, as of corn or wine, &c. Or, the former may note greater, the latter, less measures.
Read Matthew Poole on Leviticus 19 →John Trapp1601–1669Trapp's Complete Commentary on the Old and New TestamentsLeviticus 19:35 Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in meteyard, in weight, or in measure.Ver. 35. Mete yard.] Or line, for measuring of ground.
Read John Trapp on Leviticus 19 →Charles John Ellicott1819–1905Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(35) Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment.—It will be seen that the Lawgiver uses here exactly the same phrase with regard to meting out right measure which he used in connection with the administration of justice in Leviticus 19:15. He, therefore, who declares that a false measure is a legal measure is, according to this law, as much a corrupt judge, and defrauds the people by false judgment, as he who in the court of justice wilfully passes a wrong sentence. Owing to the fact that men who would otherwise disdain the idea of imposition often discard their scruples in the matter of weights and measures, the Bible frequently brands these dealings as wicked, and an abomination to the…
Read Charles John Ellicott on Leviticus 19 →AdamClarkeAdam Clarke's Commentary on the BibleVerse 35. Ye shall do no unrighteousness] Ye shall not act contrary to the strictest justice in any case, and especially in the four following, which properly understood, comprise all that can occur between a man and his fellow. 1. JUDGMENT in all cases that come before the civil magistrate; he is to judge and decide according to the law. 2. METE-YARD, במדה bammiddah, in measures of length and surface, such as the reed, cubit, foot, span, hand's breadth, among the Jews; or ell, yard, foot, and inch, among us. 3. WEIGHT, במשכל bammishkal, in any thing that is weighed, the weights being all according to the standards kept for the purpose of trying the rest in the sanctuary, as appears from…
Read AdamClarke on Leviticus 19 →CambridgeThe Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges35, 36. Uprightness enjoined in judgement and in commercial dealings. Cp. Deuteronomy 25:13-16; Ezekiel 45:9 ff. meteyard] lit. (Anglo-Saxon met-geard) a measuring rod. For the word see Taming of the Shrew, iv. 3. 153. ephah … hin] The former was about a bushel, the latter about 1 1/2 gallons of our measure.
Read Cambridge on Leviticus 19 →Albert Barnes1798–1870Barnes' Notes on the BibleThe ephah is here taken as the standard of dry measure, and the bin (see Exodus 29:40 note) as the standard of liquid measure.
Read Albert Barnes on Leviticus 19 →The verse in English, compared — 17 translations, and where they part company
Every translation on this page is a decision someone had to make and commit to. Read down a column and you see one translator's judgement; read across a row and you see the range the Greek actually allows. The BSB is the wording the rest of this page is measured against, so it is listed first.
Modern formal
You must not use dishonest measures of length, weight, or volume.
“‘You shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in measures of length, of weight, or of quantity.
You must not use dishonest measures of length, weight, or volume.
You must not do injustice in the regulation of measures, whether of length, weight, or volume.
Tyndale line
¶ Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in meteyard, in weight, or in measure.
Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in measures of length, of weight, or of quantity.
Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in meteyard, in weight, or in measure.
Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in weight, in measure of length or of capacity.
Ye shall not doe vniustly in iudgement, in line, in weight, or in measure.
Strictly literal
Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in measure of length, in weight, and in measure of capacity:
'Ye do not do perversity in judgment, in mete-yard, in weight, or in liquid measure;
You do not do perversity in the judgment, in the measure, in the weight, and in the liquid measure;
Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in meteyard, in weight, or in measure.
Do not use false measures when measuring length, weight, or quantity.
From the Latin
Do not any unjust thing in judgment, in rule, in weight, or in measure.
Simplified
Don't use dishonest weights and measures.
Do not make false decisions in questions of yard-sticks and weights and measures.
Counted from the translations carried on this site, not from a survey of every English Bible. A rendering shared by many versions is usually inherited rather than independently arrived at — the Tyndale line in particular runs through most of them.
The sentence as the grammar sees it — from the MACULA Hebrew treebank
This is not our own analysis: it is the scholarly syntax tree for the verse, showing how the clause actually holds together.
Boxes are the grammarian's groupings — clause, noun phrase, prepositional phrase.
The four witnesses to this verse — Masoretic, Septuagint, Samaritan, Qumran
The Masoretic Text and the Septuagint agree closely on the wording of this verse, with the Samaritan Pentateuch differing only in the term for 'weight.' The Dead Sea Scrolls show no variation in the text, as the words were supplied by an editor.
לֹא־ תַעֲשׂ֥וּ עָ֖וֶל בַּמִּשְׁפָּ֑ט בַּמִּדָּ֕ה בַּמִּשְׁקָ֖ל וּבַמְּשׂוּרָֽה׃
7 of the 7 words are matched. This is the word-by-word correspondence, not the Septuagint's own sentence — its word order and its articles are its own.
לא תעשׂו עול במשׁפט במדה במשׁקול ובמשׂורה
1 word differs from the Masoretic Text: משׁקול (weight)
[לא] [תעשו] [עול] [במשפט] [במדה] [במשקל] [ובמשורה]
nothing on the leather here — 7 supplied entire by an editor.
Four traditions, not one. “On the leather” means the letters physically survive on the scroll, as against letters an editor has supplied to fill a hole in it — a restoration is a scholar’s reading, not a reading of the manuscript. Words in [square brackets] are supplied; the notes count them apart from what survives.
The map of this verse — what each word keeps company with
This is a map of two things, both counted rather than judged. Company kept: which words stand within three words of each of these, anywhere in the Hebrew Bible — the thicker the line, the more often the pair meet compared with chance. Built from: the words a word is made out of, taken from its own Strong’s entry. It is not a map of meaning: nothing here claims two words mean the same thing. Click any circle to see the numbers behind it.
Lexicons — every word in Leviticus 19:35
One dossier per word, with every reference work grouped by kind — Hebrew lexicons, morphology, Bible dictionaries, topical chains and the English of the translators themselves. The verse sits at the head of each block with the word under study lit, so you never lose your place. The panel above gives the short answer; this is the long one, and it is the part of the page worth indexing.
Every entry below is the lexicographer's own text. On the Hebrew: Brown-Driver-Briggs entire and its gloss set, Strong's Hebrew Dictionary, and Tyndale House's Translators Brief lexicon. Where a cell says a work has no entry, that work genuinely has none for this word.
לֹא (lo') is a Hebrew word meaning 'not' or 'no.' It serves as a simple negation and can imply absence or prohibition. The word can also be used in various contexts, often combined with other particles for emphasis or clarification. Its Aramaic equivalent is לָא (la), which also means 'not.'
לֹא or לוֹא adv. not
base
H3808 לֹא or לוֹא not
3808 lo' lo
or lowi {lo}; or loh (Deut. 3:11) {lo}; a primitive particle;
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often
used with other particles (as follows):--X before, + or else,
ere, + except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never,
no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), (X as though...,(can-), for) not (out
of), of nought, otherwise, out of, + surely, + as truly as, +
of a truth, + verily, for want, + whether, without.
לֹא (lo) — not.
1) not, no
1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition)
1b) not (with modifier-negation)
1c) nothing (subst)
1d) without (with particle)
1e) before (of time)
Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Part — ParticleHTn
עָשָׂה (asah) is a Hebrew verb meaning to do or make, encompassing a wide range of actions such as producing, preparing, and observing. It can refer to both concrete and abstract activities, including making offerings and attending to tasks. The verb also has forms indicating passive meanings, such as being made or offered. Notably, the Piel form refers to pressing or squeezing.
עָשָׂה 2622 vb. do, make
Qal 2524
do (1560 t.)
deal with
oft. in phr. do kindness with
abs. act, act with effect
make (670 t.)
produce, yield
prepare, esp. of dressing and cooking food
make offering
attend to, put in order
observe, celebrate, religious festival
acquire property of various kinds
appoint priests
bring about of י׳’s effecting a deliverance
use
spend, pass, days of life
Niph.
97be done
be made, of concr. things
be produced from vine
be prepared, of food
be offered
be observed, passover
be used
Pu. I was made
base
[עָשָׂה] vb. Pi. press, squeeze
base
H6213a עָשָׂה do, make .. . do (1560 + t.)
. deal with
. oft. in phr. do kindness with
. abs. act, act with effect
. . make (670 + t.)
. produce, yield
. prepare, esp. of dressing and cooking food
. make offering
. attend to, put in order
. observe, celebrate, religious festival
. acquire property of various kinds
. appoint priests
. bring about of י׳’s effecting a deliverance
. use
. spend, pass, days of life
. . be done
. . be made, of concr. things
. be produced from vine
. be prepared, of food
. be offered
. be observed, passover
. be used
. I was made
H6213b עָשָׂה Pi. press, squeeze
6213 `asah aw-saw'
a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and
widest application (as follows):--accomplish, advance,
appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth,
bruise, be busy, X certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal
(with), deck, + displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in)
execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, + feast, (fight-)ing man, +
finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go
about, govern, grant, great, + hinder, hold ((a feast)), X
indeed, + be industrious, + journey, keep, labour, maintain,
make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, + officer, pare,
bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure,
provide, put, requite, X sacrifice, serve, set, shew, X sin,
spend, X surely, take, X thoroughly, trim, X very, + vex, be
(warr-)ior, work(-man), yield, use.
עָשָׂה (a.sah) — to make: do.
: do/perform
1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to do, work, make, produce
1a1a) to do
1a1b) to work
1a1c) to deal (with)
1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect
1a2) to make
1a2a) to make
1a2b) to produce
1a2c) to prepare
1a2d) to make (an offering)
1a2e) to attend to, put in order
1a2f) to observe, celebrate
1a2g) to acquire (property)
1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute
1a2i) to bring about
1a2j) to use
1a2k) to spend, pass
1b) (Niphal)
1b1) to be done
1b2) to be made
1b3) to be produced
1b4) to be offered
1b5) to be observed
1b6) to be used
1c) (Pual) to be made
עָשָׂה (a.sah) — to press.
(Piel) to press, squeeze
עָשָׂה (a.sah) — to make.
: make(OBJECT)
1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to do, work, make, produce
1a1a) to do
1a1b) to work
1a1c) to deal (with)
1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect
1a2) to make
1a2a) to make
1a2b) to produce
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp — Verb · Qal · imperfect second person masculine pluralHVqi2mp
The Hebrew word עָ֫וֶל (*evel*) and its variant עַוְלָה (*avlah*) both denote concepts of injustice and unrighteousness. They encompass moral evil, including violent deeds and wrongful speech. The entries highlight their usage as nouns, with no significant disagreement among lexicons.
עָ֫וֶל n.m. injustice, unrighteousness
base
עַוְלָה n.f. injustice, unrighteousness, wrong
base
H5766a עָ֫וֶל injustice, unrighteousness H5766b עַוְלָה injustice, unrighteousness, wrong
5766 `evel eh'-vel
or lavel {aw'-vel}; and (feminine) lavlah {av-law'}; or owlah
{o-law'}; or .olah {o-law'}; from 5765; (moral)
evil:--iniquity, perverseness, unjust(-ly),
unrighteousness(-ly); wicked(-ness).
see HEBREW for 05765
עָ֫וֶל (e.vel) — injustice.
injustice, unrighteousness
Another spelling of av.lah (עַוְלָה "injustice" H5766B)
עַוְלָה (av.lah) — injustice.
1) injustice, unrighteousness, wrong
1a) violent deeds of injustice
1b) injustice (of speech)
1c) injustice (generally)
N-cs — Noun common · masculine singular absoluteHNcmsa
The Hebrew word מִשְׁפָּט (mishpat) primarily means judgment or justice and encompasses various aspects such as legal rights, ordinances, and decisions. It is derived from a root meaning to pronounce a verdict, covering both human and divine law. The entries highlight its application in legal contexts, including the act of deciding cases and the attributes of justice and rectitude.
מִשְׁפָּט 422 n.m. judgment
judgment
justice, right, rectitude
ordinance
decision
one's (legal) right, privilege, due
proper, fitting, measure
custom, manner
what manner of
plan
base
H4941 מִשְׁפָּט judgment . judgment
. justice, right, rectitude
. ordinance
. decision
. one's (legal) right, privilege, due
. . proper, fitting, measure
. custom, manner
. what manner of
. plan
4941 mishpat mish-pawt'
from 8199; properly, a verdict (favorable or unfavorable)
pronounced judicially, especially a sentence or formal decree
(human or (participant's) divine law, individual or
collective), including the act, the place, the suit, the
crime, and the penalty; abstractly, justice, including a
participant's right or privilege (statutory or customary), or
even a style:--+ adversary, ceremony, charge, X crime,
custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due,
fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly),
(manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order,
ordinance, right, sentence, usest, X worthy, + wrong.
see HEBREW for 08199
מִשְׁפָּט (mish.pat) — justice: judgement.
: judgement/punishment
1) judgment, justice, ordinance
1a) judgment
1a1) act of deciding a case
1a2) place, court, seat of judgment
1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges)
1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment)
1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment)
1a6) execution (of judgment)
1a7) time (of judgment)
1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man)
1c) ordinance
1d) decision (in law)
1e) right, privilege, due (legal)
1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan
מִשְׁפָּט (mish.pat) — justice.
: justice/right/righteousness
1) judgment, justice, ordinance
1a) judgment
1a1) act of deciding a case
1a2) place, court, seat of judgment
1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges)
1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment)
1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment)
1a6) execution (of judgment)
1a7) time (of judgment)
Prep | N-ms — Preposition · noun common masculine singular absoluteHRd/Ncmsa
Is put, in Mt 5:21,22, for a court of judgment, a tribunal, namely, the tribunal of seven judges, which Josephus mentions as existing in every city, and which decided causes of minor importance. See under SYNAGOGUE.
For the expression, "judgment-hall," see PRETORIUM.
THE DAY OF JUDGMENT, for which the word "judgment" alone is sometimes used, is that great day, at the end of the world and of time, when Christ shall sit as judge over all the universe, and when every individual of the human race will be judged and recompensed according to his works, whether they be good or evil. The time of its coming and its duration are known only to God. It will break upon the world suddenly, and with a glorious but awful majesty. It will witness the perfect vindication of all the ways of God. The revelation of his justice, appalling but unstained…
→ THE GENERAL 1Ch 16:33; Job 14:17; 21:30; 31:13-15; Ps 9:7; 50:3-6; 96:13; 98:9; Ec 3:17; 11:9; 12:14; Eze 18:20-28; Da 7:9,10; Am 4:12; Mt 3:12; 7:22,23; 8:29; 10:15; 11:22; 12:36,37,41,42; 13:30,40-43,49,50; 16:27; 22:11-13; 23:14; 25:1-46; Mr 4:22; 8:38; 13:32; Lu 3:17; 10:10-14; 11:31,32; 12:2-5; 13:24-29; 19:12-26; 20:45-47;
מִדָּה (middah) is a feminine noun meaning measure or measurement, encompassing concepts like stature, size, and garment. It can also refer to tribute, as noted in Nehemiah 5:4. The word is derived from a root that implies extension in height or breadth, indicating its use in various contexts related to measurement.
ref
H4060a מִדָּה measure, measurement, stature, size, garment H4060b מִדָּה tribute
4060 middah mid-daw'
feminine of 4055; properly, extension, i.e. height or
breadth; also a measure (including its standard); hence a
portion (as measured) or a vestment; specifically, tribute (as
measured):--garment, measure(-ing, meteyard, piece, size,
(great) stature, tribute, wide.
see HEBREW for 04055
מִדָּה (mid.dah) — measure.
1) measure, measurement, stature, size, garment
1a) measure, act of measurement
1b) measurement, size
1c) measured portion, extent
1d) garment
מִדָּה (mid.dah) — tribute.
(BDB) tribute
Aramaic equivalent: mid.dah (מִנְדָּה "tribute" H4061)
מִדָּה (mid.dah) — `great stature`.
A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.20;
son of: Rapha (H7497A);
brother of: Goliath (H1555), Ishbi-benob (H3430), Saph (H5593), Lahmi (H3902)
§ (BDB) tribute
Prep | N-fs — Preposition · noun common feminine singular absoluteHRd/Ncfsa
מִשְׁקָל (mishqal) means 'weight' and is derived from a root that implies weighing. It covers the concept of weight in a numerical sense and the act of weighing. The entries consistently define it as related to heaviness or weight.
מִשְׁקָל 49 n.m. id. [מִשְׁקוֹל];—weight
base
H4948 מִשְׁקָל id. [מִשְׁקוֹל];—weight
4948 mishqal mish-kawl'
from 8254; weight (numerically estimated); hence, weighing
(the act):--(full) weight.
see HEBREW for 08254
מִשְׁקָל (mish.qal) — weight.
heaviness, weight
Prep | N-ms — Preposition · noun common masculine singular absoluteHRd/Ncmsa
wat (Measure of quantity) mishqal, (mishqol (Eze 4:10), from shaqkal, "to weigh" 'ebhen, "a stone" used for weighing in the balance): Weights were commonly of stone or bronze (or of lead, Zec 5:7,8). They were of various forms, such as the lion-shaped weights of Babylonia and Assyria, or in the form of birds and other animals. The Hebrew and Phoenician weights, when made of stone, were barrel-shaped or spindle-shaped, but in bronze they were often cubical or octagonal or with numerous faces (see illustration under WEIGHTS AND MEASURES). Hemispherical or dome-shaped stone weights have been found in Palestine (PEFS, 1902, p. 344; 1903, p. 117; 1904, p. 209).
מְשׂוּרָה (msuwrah) refers to a measure, particularly for liquids, and denotes capacity in general. It is derived from an unused root that suggests the idea of dividing. The term appears in contexts related to measuring quantities, as noted in the Brown-Driver-Briggs entry.
מְשׂוּרָה n.f. measure, of water; capacity in gen.
base
H4884 מְשׂוּרָה
4884 msuwrah mes-oo-raw'
from an unused root meaning apparently to divide; a measure
(for liquids):--measure.
מְשׂוּרָה (me.su.rah) — capacity.
measure
Conj | Prep | N-fs — Conjunction · preposition · noun common feminine singular absoluteHC/Rd/Ncfsa