Strong’s H4948
מִשְׁקָל
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
mishqal
Pronunciation
mish-KAHL
Definition
Weight, measure
Meaning
weight, weighing
Usage
The term "mishqal" refers to a weight or measure, often used in the context of commerce and trade in the ancient Near East. It denotes the physical weight of an object, which was crucial for fair trade practices and economic transactions. The concept of weight also extends metaphorically to signify balance, justice, and fairness.
Bible references
Genesis 24:22;Genesis 24:22;Genesis 43:21;Leviticus 19:35;Leviticus 26:26;Numbers 7:13;Numbers 7:19;Numbers 7:25;Numbers 7:31;Numbers 7:37;Numbers 7:43;Numbers 7:49;Numbers 7:55;Numbers 7:61;Numbers 7:67;Numbers 7:73;Numbers 7:79;Joshua 7:21;Judges 8:26;1 Samuel 17:5;2 Samuel 12:30;2 Samuel 21:16;2 Samuel 21:16;1 Kings 7:47;1 Kings 10:14