Strong’s H6894

קַב

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

qab

Pronunciation

kahb

Definition

Measure, Kab

Meaning

a hollow, vessel, a, measure

Usage

The term "qab" refers to a specific unit of dry measure used in ancient Israel. It is equivalent to approximately 1.2 liters or about 1.3 quarts. The "qab" was used to measure grains and other dry commodities, reflecting the agrarian lifestyle of the Israelites.

Bible references

2 Kings 6:25