Bible unit in Scripture

Seah / Measure in Scripture

A dry measure, often rendered “measure” in English versions.

Study note: values are approximate. Read each unit in its biblical context and check the linked Strong’s evidence where available.

Basic data

Category
Dry measure — Intermediate dry measure
Original terms
סְאָה · seʾāh · H5429σάτον · saton · G4568
Metric estimate
about 7.33 L
Imperial estimate
about 7.75 qt
Certainty
medium

Ancient values are approximate and may vary by period, region, or scholarly reconstruction.

Calculator data

Litres
7.33

Usage tags

domesticparablefood

Local Strong’s evidence

The following local KJV Strong’s-token matches are connected with the listed references for this unit.

ReferenceKJV wordingStrong’sMatched wording
Genesis 18:6measuresH5429measures
Matthew 13:33measuresG4568measures
Luke 13:21measuresG4568measures

Expanded Strong’s occurrence references

Occurrence precision: context-sensitive lexical range. The references are useful, but the wording should be read in context because related English terms are included.

This table follows the content Strong’s numbers for this entry into the local KJV Strong’s occurrence index.

Expanded occurrences
11
Unique references
8
Books represented
6
Strong’s numbers
G4568, H5429

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Verse references

These links open the local NET Bible chapter context where available.

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Study notes

  • Ancient values should be read as approximate study aids because standards can vary by period, region, and context.