Verse 23

The LORD abhors differing weights, and dishonest scales are wicked.

Referenced Verses

  • Prov 20:10 : 10 Diverse weights and diverse measures– the LORD abhors both of them.
  • Ezek 45:10 : 10 You must use just balances, a just dry measure(an ephah), and a just liquid measure(a bath).
  • Hos 12:7 : 7 The Lord Refutes Israel’s False Claim of Innocence The businessmen love to cheat; they use dishonest scales.
  • Amos 8:5 : 5 You say,“When will the new moon festival be over, so we can sell grain? When will the Sabbath end, so we can open up the grain bins? We’re eager to sell less for a higher price, and to cheat the buyer with rigged scales!
  • Prov 11:1 : 1 The LORD abhors dishonest scales, but an accurate weight is his delight.