Meaning
An ephah was a Hebrew dry measure used for grain and other dry goods.
Biblical Usage
The ephah was used to measure grain and other dry produce. It appears in laws concerning offerings, agricultural accounts, trade, and the measurement of goods.
In Ruth, Boaz gave Ruth an ephah of barley after she had gleaned in his field. The prophets also refer to the ephah when discussing honest measurement and commercial practices.
Key References
- Exodus 16:36
- Leviticus 5:11
- Numbers 5:15
- Judges 6:19
- Ruth 2:17
- Ruth 3:15
- Ezekiel 45:10-11
- Amos 8:5
- Zechariah 5:6-11
Related Terms
- Measure
- Grain
- Barley
- Wheat
- Homer