Bible Dictionary
Balance
A balance was a two-pan weighing instrument used in trade. Scripture uses it as a symbol of justice and condemns false balances and dishonest weights; in Revelation it represents scarcity.
Biblical Usage
Balances symbolize justice and fair dealing. Scripture condemns false balances, unequal weights, and dishonest commerce. In Revelation, a pair of balances represents scarcity and great want.
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