Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The prescribed portion of olive oil, measured by the bath, is a tenth of a bath from each cor (which consists of ten baths or one homer, for ten baths are equivalent to a homer). New Living Translation one percent of your olive oil, English Standard Version and as the fixed portion of oil, measured in baths, one tenth of a bath from each cor (the cor, like the homer, contains ten baths). Berean Standard Bible The prescribed portion of oil, measured by the bath, is a tenth of a bath from each cor (a cor consists of ten baths or one homer, since ten baths are equivalent to a homer). Berean Literal Bible And the ordinance for the oil, the bath of oil, is a tenth of a bath from each kor (a homer is ten baths, for ten baths are a homer); King James Bible Concerning the ordinance of oil, the bath of oil, ye shall offer the tenth part of a bath out of the cor, which is an homer of ten baths; for ten baths are an homer: New King James Version The ordinance concerning oil, the bath of oil, is one-tenth of a bath from a kor. A kor is a homer or ten baths, for ten baths are a homer. New American Standard Bible and the prescribed portion of oil (namely, the bath of oil), a tenth of a bath from each kor (which is ten baths or a homer, for ten baths are a homer); NASB 1995 and the prescribed portion of oil (namely, the bath of oil), a tenth of a bath from each kor (which is ten baths or a homer, for ten baths are a homer); NASB 1977 and the prescribed portion of oil (namely, the bath of oil), a tenth of a bath from each kor (which is ten baths or a homer, for ten baths are a homer); Legacy Standard Bible and the statute for the oil (namely, the bath of oil), a tenth of a bath from each kor (which is ten baths or a homer, for ten baths are a homer), Amplified Bible and the prescribed portion of oil, (namely, the bath of oil), a tenth part of a bath [of oil] from each kor (which is ten baths or a homer, for ten baths make a homer); Berean Annotated Bible The prescribed portion of oil, measured by the bath, is a tenth of a bath from each cor <2.3 qt / 2.2 l> (a cor consists of ten baths or one homer, since ten baths are equivalent to a homer). Christian Standard Bible The quota of oil in liquid measures will be one percent of every cor. The cor equals ten liquid measures or one standard larger capacity measure, since ten liquid measures equal one standard larger capacity measure. Holman Christian Standard Bible The quota of oil in liquid measures will be one percent of every cor. The cor equals 10 liquid measures or one standard larger capacity measure, since 10 liquid measures equal one standard larger capacity measure. American Standard Version and the set portion of oil, of the bath of oil, the tenth part of a bath out of the cor, which is ten baths, even a homer; (for ten baths are a homer); Contemporary English Version They will also bring one percent of their olive oil. These things will be measured according to the bath, and ten baths is the same as one homer or one cor. English Revised Version and the set portion of oil, of the bath of oil, shall be the tenth part of a bath out of the cor, which is ten baths, even an homer; for ten baths are an homer: GOD'S WORD® Translation You must give one percent of your olive oil using the standard measure. International Standard Version The olive oil quota is to be based on the bath, measured at ten baths to each omer, which is equal to one kor. NET Bible and as the prescribed portion of olive oil, one tenth of a bath from each kor (which is ten baths or a homer, for ten baths make a homer); New Heart English Bible and the set portion of oil, of the bath of oil, the tenth part of a bath out of the cor, which is ten baths, even a homer; (for ten baths are a homer;) Webster's Bible Translation Concerning the ordinance of oil, the bath of oil, ye shall offer the tenth part of a bath out of the cor, which is a homer of ten baths: for ten baths are a homer: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe prescribed portion of oil, measured by the bath, is a tenth of a bath from each cor (a cor consists of ten baths or one homer, since ten baths are equivalent to a homer). World English Bible and the set portion of oil, of the bath of oil, one tenth of a bath out of the cor, which is ten baths, even a homer (for ten baths are a homer), Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the portion of oil, the bath of oil, a tenth part of the bath out of the cor, a homer of ten baths—for ten baths [are] a homer; Berean Literal Bible And the ordinance for the oil, the bath of oil, is a tenth of a bath from each kor (a homer is ten baths, for ten baths are a homer); Young's Literal Translation and the portion of oil, the bath of oil, a tenth part of the bath out of the cor, a homer of ten baths -- for ten baths are a homer; Smith's Literal Translation And the law of oil, the bath of oil, the tenth of the bath from the cor, ten baths the homer, for ten baths are the homer. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe measure of oil also, a bate of oil is the tenth part of a core: and ten bates make a core: for ten bates fill a core. Catholic Public Domain Version Likewise, a measure of oil, a bath of oil, is one tenth part of a cor. And ten baths make one cor. For ten baths complete one cor. New American Bible This is the regulation for oil: for every bath of oil, one tenth of a bath, computed by the kor, made up of ten baths, that is, a homer, for ten baths make a homer. New Revised Standard Version and as the fixed portion of oil, one-tenth of a bath from each cor (the cor, like the homer, contains ten baths); Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd as for oil, you shall offer the tenth part of a bath out of the cor, which is a homer of ten baths, for ten baths are a homer; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And oil of ten measures that is a cor. They shall receive a tenth measure each OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and the set portion of oil, the bath of oil, shall be the tithe of the bath out of the cor, which is ten baths, even a homer; for ten baths are a homer; Brenton Septuagint Translation And ye shall give as the appointed measure of oil one bath of oil out of ten baths; for ten baths are a gomor. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Offerings and Feasts13This is the contribution you are to offer: a sixth of an ephah from each homer of wheat, and a sixth of an ephah from each homer of barley. 14The prescribed portion of oil, measured by the bath, is a tenth of a bath from each cor (a cor consists of ten baths or one homer, since ten baths are equivalent to a homer). 15And one sheep shall be given from each flock of two hundred from the well-watered pastures of Israel. These are for the grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings, to make atonement for the people, declares the Lord GOD.… Cross References The prescribed portion of oil, Numbers 15:4 then the one presenting his offering to the LORD shall also present a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a quarter hin of olive oil. Exodus 29:40 With the first lamb offer a tenth of an ephah of fine flour, mixed with a quarter hin of oil from pressed olives, and a drink offering of a quarter hin of wine. Leviticus 2:1 “When anyone brings a grain offering to the LORD, his offering must consist of fine flour. He is to pour olive oil on it, put frankincense on it, measured by the bath, 1 Kings 7:26 It was a handbreadth thick, and its rim was fashioned like the brim of a cup, like a lily blossom. It could hold two thousand baths. 2 Chronicles 4:5 It was a handbreadth thick, and its rim was fashioned like the brim of a cup, like a lily blossom. It could hold three thousand baths. Isaiah 5:10 For ten acres of vineyard will yield but a bath of wine, and a homer of seed only an ephah of grain.” is a tenth of a bath from each cor Deuteronomy 14:22 You must be sure to set aside a tenth of all the produce brought forth each year from your fields. Leviticus 27:30 Thus any tithe from the land, whether from the seed of the land or the fruit of the trees, belongs to the LORD; it is holy to the LORD. Numbers 18:21 Behold, I have given to the Levites all the tithes in Israel as an inheritance in return for the work they do, the service of the Tent of Meeting. (a cor consists of ten baths or one homer, since ten baths are equivalent to a homer). 1 Kings 4:22 Solomon’s provisions for a single day were thirty cors of fine flour, sixty cors of meal, 2 Chronicles 27:5 Jotham waged war against the king of the Ammonites and defeated them, and that year they gave him a hundred talents of silver, ten thousand cors of wheat, and ten thousand cors of barley. They paid him the same in the second and third years. Hosea 3:2 So I bought her for fifteen shekels of silver and a homer and a lethech of barley. Numbers 18:12-13 I give you all the freshest olive oil and all the finest new wine and grain that the Israelites give to the LORD as their firstfruits. / The firstfruits of everything in their land that they bring to the LORD will belong to you. Every ceremonially clean person in your household may eat them. Nehemiah 10:37-38 Moreover, we will bring to the priests at the storerooms of the house of our God the firstfruits of our dough, of our grain offerings, of the fruit of all our trees, and of our new wine and oil. A tenth of our produce belongs to the Levites, so that they shall receive tithes in all the towns where we labor. / A priest of Aaron’s line is to accompany the Levites when they collect the tenth, and the Levites are to bring a tenth of these tithes to the storerooms of the treasury in the house of our God. Malachi 3:8-10 Will a man rob God? Yet you are robbing Me! But you ask, ‘How do we rob You?’ In tithes and offerings. / You are cursed with a curse, yet you—the whole nation—are still robbing Me. / Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure. Genesis 28:22 And this stone I have set up as a pillar will be God’s house, and of all that You give me I will surely give You a tenth.” Treasury of Scripture Concerning the ordinance of oil, the bath of oil, you shall offer the tenth part of a bath out of the cor, which is an homer of ten baths; for ten baths are an homer: the tenth Ezekiel 45:11 The ephah and the bath shall be of one measure, that the bath may contain the tenth part of an homer, and the ephah the tenth part of an homer: the measure thereof shall be after the homer. Jump to Previous Bath Baths Consists Contains Equivalent Fixed Homer Measure Measured Namely Offer Oil Ordinance Part Portion Prescribed Ten Tenth TitheJump to Next Bath Baths Consists Contains Equivalent Fixed Homer Measure Measured Namely Offer Oil Ordinance Part Portion Prescribed Ten Tenth TitheEzekiel 45 1. The portion of land for the sanctuary6. for the city 7. and for the prince 9. Ordinances for the prince The prescribed portion of oil In the context of Ezekiel's vision of the restored temple, the prescribed portion of oil signifies the offerings required for temple worship. Oil was a valuable commodity in ancient Israel, used for anointing, lighting, and as a part of grain offerings. This prescription underscores the importance of maintaining the temple's rituals and the people's dedication to God. measured by the bath is a tenth of a bath from each cor (a cor consists of ten baths or one homer, since ten baths are equivalent to a homer) Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel's messages often focused on the restoration of Israel and the proper worship of God. 2. Israel The nation to whom Ezekiel prophesied, particularly concerning their return to proper worship and adherence to God's laws. 3. The Temple The context of this passage involves instructions for offerings and worship in the future temple, symbolizing God's presence among His people. 4. The Bath and Homer Ancient units of measurement used for liquids and dry goods, respectively, indicating the precision and order God desires in worship. 5. Offerings The context of this passage is about the offerings that the Israelites were to bring, symbolizing their dedication and obedience to God. Teaching Points Precision in WorshipGod desires order and precision in worship, reflecting His nature and our respect for Him. Faithfulness in Giving The prescribed portions remind us of the importance of being faithful in our giving, as an act of worship and trust in God's provision. Symbolism of Offerings Offerings symbolize our dedication and obedience to God, pointing to a heart fully surrendered to Him. Support for Ministry Just as the offerings supported the temple and its priests, our giving supports the work of the church and those who serve in ministry. Heart of Generosity Our approach to giving should be marked by generosity, reflecting God's own generosity towards us. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 45:14?2. How does Ezekiel 45:14 illustrate God's expectations for offerings and sacrifices? 3. What is the significance of the "kor" measurement in Ezekiel 45:14? 4. How can we apply the principle of giving from Ezekiel 45:14 today? 5. What connections exist between Ezekiel 45:14 and New Testament teachings on giving? 6. How does Ezekiel 45:14 reflect God's desire for fairness in worship practices? 7. What is the significance of the "kor" measurement in Ezekiel 45:14 for ancient Israelite society? 8. How does Ezekiel 45:14 reflect God's expectations for offerings and sacrifices? 9. Why does Ezekiel 45:14 specify a "tenth of a bath" for oil offerings? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 45? 11. What are the Biblical weights and measures? 12. What are the Bible's teachings on shaving? 13. Why do the weights and measures in Ezekiel 45:9-12 differ from earlier biblical standards, creating potential contradictions within the text? 14. If Ezekiel 48 is meant to be literal, how can the scientific and logistical challenges of reconstructing such a layout be explained? What Does Ezekiel 45:14 Mean The prescribed portion of oilEzekiel 45:14 opens by saying, “The prescribed portion of oil…”. In the larger passage (Ezekiel 45:13-17) the LORD assigns specific portions of grain, animals, and oil that the people are to bring so the prince can provide the daily, weekly, and annual sacrifices in the future temple. • This reveals God’s continued concern that worship be supplied in an orderly, dependable way (compare Exodus 27:20-21; Leviticus 24:2). • It also echoes earlier covenant practice: the people contribute, the priesthood (here, the prince) administers (cf. Exodus 25:1-8). Measured by the bath The verse continues, “…measured by the bath….” A bath was a standard liquid measure (about 5¾ gallons / 22 liters). • Standardized measures guard fairness and honesty, something God had already insisted on in Ezekiel 45:10-12 and in Leviticus 19:35-36. • Using one clear unit keeps everyone—prince and people—accountable (Proverbs 16:11). Is a tenth of a bath “…is a tenth of a bath….” One-tenth of a bath per cor means 0.575 gallon (2.2 L) of oil for every larger unit of produce. • The fraction recalls the principle of set, proportional giving found throughout Scripture (Numbers 18:26; Malachi 3:10). • It underscores that God’s requirements are precise yet not burdensome; He asks only a small portion for His house. From each cor “…from each cor….” A cor was a larger dry measure for grain or pressed olives. • “Each” shows the requirement is universal: every producer participates, large or small (Deuteronomy 16:16-17). • The prince will receive consistent resources, eliminating the need for forced levies or unjust taxation (Ezekiel 45:8-9). (A cor consists of ten baths or one homer) Parenthetically the text explains the equivalence. • God clarifies units so no one can manipulate the system—echoing Isaiah 1:22-23, where corrupt leaders diluted standards. • By bridging bath, cor, and homer, the LORD guarantees transparency across liquid and dry commodities (Ezekiel 45:11). Since ten baths are equivalent to a homer The concluding reminder cements the math: ten baths = one homer. • This converts the oil offering into an easy-to-track 1 percent levy (1/10 bath for every 10 baths). • Such clarity prevents exploitation, fulfilling the promise that princes will “no longer oppress My people” (Ezekiel 45:8). • It harmonizes with the prophetic picture of a righteous, messianic administration where weights and measures reflect God’s justice (Jeremiah 23:5-6). summary Ezekiel 45:14 sets a simple, exact standard: for every cor (ten baths/one homer) of produce, the people bring one-tenth of a bath of oil. The verse teaches: • Worship in the coming temple will be supplied through fair, proportional giving. • God values precise, honest measurements that protect both worshipers and leaders. • By spelling out the equivalence of bath, cor, and homer, the LORD removes any opportunity for confusion or oppression. In short, the verse illustrates God’s meticulous care for righteous administration and unbroken worship in the future kingdom. (14) The cor.--This measure is first met with in 1Kings 4:22; 1Kings 5:11; 2Chronicles 2:10; 2Chronicles 27:5, and is here fixed as exactly equal to the "Homer." In the English it is always translated elsewhere measure.Hebrew The prescribed portionוְחֹ֨ק (wə·ḥōq) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2706: Something prescribed or owed, a statute of oil, הַשֶּׁ֜מֶן (haš·še·men) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness measured by the bath, הַבַּ֣ת (hab·baṯ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1324: A bath (a Hebrew measure) [is] a tenth מַעְשַׂ֤ר (ma‘·śar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4643: Tenth part, tithe of a bath הַבַּת֙ (hab·baṯ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1324: A bath (a Hebrew measure) from מִן־ (min-) Preposition Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of each cor הַכֹּ֔ר (hak·kōr) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3734: A deep round vessel, a cor, a dry measure (which is ten עֲשֶׂ֥רֶת (‘ă·śe·reṯ) Number - masculine singular construct Strong's 6235: Ten baths הַבַּתִּ֖ים (hab·bat·tîm) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 1324: A bath (a Hebrew measure) [or] one homer; חֹ֑מֶר (ḥō·mer) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2563: A bubbling up, of water, a wave, of earth, mire, clay, a heap, a chomer, dry measure for כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction ten עֲשֶׂ֥רֶת (‘ă·śe·reṯ) Number - masculine singular construct Strong's 6235: Ten baths הַבַּתִּ֖ים (hab·bat·tîm) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 1324: A bath (a Hebrew measure) equal one homer). חֹֽמֶר׃ (ḥō·mer) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2563: A bubbling up, of water, a wave, of earth, mire, clay, a heap, a chomer, dry measure Links Ezekiel 45:14 NIVEzekiel 45:14 NLT Ezekiel 45:14 ESV Ezekiel 45:14 NASB Ezekiel 45:14 KJV Ezekiel 45:14 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 45:14 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 45:14 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 45:14 French Bible Ezekiel 45:14 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 45:14 And the set portion of oil (Ezek. 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