Strong’s H1606

גְּעָרָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

g`arah

Pronunciation

gheh-aw-raw'

Definition

Gerah

Meaning

a chiding

Usage

The term "gearah" refers to a small unit of weight and currency used in ancient Israel. It is the smallest weight measurement mentioned in the Bible, equivalent to one-twentieth of a shekel. The gerah was used in the context of trade, temple offerings, and legal standards.

Bible references

2 Samuel 22:16;Job 26:11;Psalm 18:15;Psalm 76:6;Psalm 80:16;Psalm 104:7;Proverbs 13:1;Proverbs 13:8;Proverbs 17:10;Ecclesiastes 7:5;Isaiah 30:17;Isaiah 30:17;Isaiah 50:2;Isaiah 51:20;Isaiah 66:15