Bible Dictionary
Beaten oil
Beaten oil was olive oil obtained by pounding olives rather than crushing them in a mill. It was regarded as especially fine and was used for the sanctuary lamp and offerings.
Definition
Beaten oil was olive oil obtained by pounding olives in a mortar rather than crushing them in a mill. It was regarded as the best quality of oil.
Biblical Usage
Beaten oil was appointed for the sanctuary lamp and is also mentioned in connection with offerings.
Historical Background
Its production by pounding rather than milling distinguished it from other olive oil and contributed to its reputation as especially fine.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
(Ex. 27:20; 29:40), obtained by pounding olives in a mortar, not by crushing them in a mill. It was reckoned the best. (See OLIVE.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>See OIL (BEATEN).</p>