Biblical and Talmudic units of measurement

In ancient times, people used different units of measurement to measure things like length, weight, and volume. Just like we use inches, feet, and miles to measure length, they had their own units of measurement. In the Bible and Talmud, the most commonly used units of measurement were cubits, shekels, and baths.

A cubit was a unit used to measure length. It was the distance between the elbow and the tip of the middle finger. People used cubits to measure things like the height of buildings, the length of fabric, and the width of roads.

A shekel was a unit used to measure weight. It was a small silver coin that had a set weight to it. People used shekels to buy and sell things like food, animals, and precious metals.

A bath was a unit used to measure volume. It was roughly equal to 22 liters, which is about the same as a large bucket of water. People used baths to measure things like the amount of oil, wine, or water that they had.

In the Bible and the Talmud, these units of measurement were often used to describe the measurements of the Temple, the Tabernacle, and other important structures. They were also used in everyday life, for trading, and for making sure that everything was fair and just.