Definition and Context:
The term "batch" is not directly mentioned in the Bible; however, it can be understood in the context of biblical references to baking, cooking, and offerings, where ingredients are often prepared in batches. In ancient times, a batch would refer to a quantity of dough or mixture prepared at one time for baking or cooking purposes.

Biblical References and Usage:
While the specific word "batch" does not appear in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is present in various passages related to bread-making and offerings. For example, in the preparation of unleavened bread for the Passover, the Israelites would have prepared dough in batches. Exodus 12:34 states, "So the people took their dough before it was leavened, carrying it on their shoulders in kneading bowls wrapped in clothing."

In the context of offerings, the idea of a batch can be seen in the preparation of grain offerings. Leviticus 2:4 describes, "Now if you bring a grain offering baked in an oven, it must consist of fine flour—unleavened cakes mixed with oil or unleavened wafers anointed with oil." Here, the preparation of cakes or wafers would involve creating a batch of dough.

Symbolic Significance:
In the New Testament, the concept of a batch is used metaphorically to illustrate spiritual truths. The Apostle Paul uses the imagery of leaven affecting a whole batch of dough to teach about the pervasive nature of sin and the importance of purity within the Christian community. In 1 Corinthians 5:6-7 , Paul writes, "Your boasting is not good. Do you not know that a little leaven leavens the whole batch of dough? Get rid of the old leaven, that you may be a new unleavened batch, as you really are. For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed."

Similarly, in Galatians 5:9 , Paul warns, "A little leaven leavens the whole batch of dough." This metaphor emphasizes the influence of false teachings or sinful behavior, suggesting that even a small amount can impact the entire community.

Cultural and Historical Insights:
In biblical times, bread was a staple food, and the process of making bread was a daily task for many households. The preparation of dough in batches was a practical necessity, as it allowed for efficient use of resources and time. The communal nature of bread-making also reflects the shared life of ancient communities, where resources and labor were often pooled together.

The use of leaven, or yeast, in dough is a significant cultural element, as leavened and unleavened bread held different symbolic meanings. Unleavened bread, for instance, was associated with purity and the haste of the Exodus, while leavened bread was part of regular daily consumption.

Theological Implications:
The metaphor of leaven and the batch of dough serves as a powerful theological tool in the New Testament, illustrating the transformative power of Christ's sacrifice and the call to holiness. Believers are encouraged to be vigilant against sin and to strive for purity, reflecting the new life they have in Christ. The imagery of a batch of dough being affected by leaven underscores the interconnectedness of the Christian community and the responsibility of each member to uphold the values of the faith.1. (n.) The quantity of bread baked at one time.

2. (n.) A quantity of anything produced at one operation; a group or collection of persons or things of the same kind; as, a batch of letters; the next batch of business.

3989. maapheh -- something baked
... Word Origin from aphah Definition something baked NASB Word Usage baked (1). something
baked. From 'aphah; something baked, ie A batch: see HEBREW 'aphah. ...
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The American Experiments, 1734-1762.
... the negotiations were successful; the General offered the Brethren a hundred acres;
and a few weeks later, led by Spangenberg, the first batch of Moravian ...
/.../hutton/history of the moravian church/chapter xiv the american experiments.htm

Moravians and Methodists, 1735-1742.
... He had then sent Spangenberg to London to make arrangements for the first
batch of colonists for Georgia. He had then sent the second ...
/.../hutton/history of the moravian church/chapter ix moravians and methodists.htm

Support of Prophets.
... [2489] 4. But if ye have not a prophet, give it to the poor.5. If thou makest a
batch of dough, take the first-fruit and give according to the commandment.6 ...
/.../various/the teaching of the twelve apostles/chapter xiii name of prophets.htm

The Leaven.
... The three measures of meal, which together make an ephah, were the understood quantity
of an ordinary batch in the economics of a family, and as such are ...
//christianbookshelf.org/arnot/the parables of our lord/iv the leaven.htm

The Festal Life
... evil, and illustrated that by the very obvious metaphor of leaven, a morsel of which,
as he says, 'will leaven the whole lump,' or, as we say, 'batch.' But the ...
/.../maclaren/romans corinthians to ii corinthians chap v/the festal life.htm

A Weekly Journey Round the World.
... So the book becomes to you a very precious little batch of leaves, lying inside
the precious Book of God. It should be accompanied by a map of the world. ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks with world winners/a weekly journey round the.htm

The World-Winning Climb.
... He had a batch of note-books in which he intended recording his impressions as he
proceeded, which were afterward to be printed for the information, and, he ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks with world winners/the world-winning climb.htm

Letter xxxiv. To Julian, Bishop of Cos.
... It should further be noticed that out of the very large batch of letters that
are dated the 13th of June, which includes the Tome (8 in all. ...
/.../leo/writings of leo the great/letter xxxiv to julian bishop.htm

Christ Crucified
... My friends, I do not believe it is preaching Christ and him crucified, to give people
a batch of philosophy every Sunday morning and evening, and neglect the ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 1 1855/christ crucified.htm

Quietism and Calvinism
... antiquarian interest. All that really survives today from that remote
contest is a batch of hymns"Toplady's Rock of Ages! cleft ...
/.../ii quietism and calvinism.htm

Batch (4 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) A quantity of anything produced at one operation; a group or collection
of persons or things of the same kind; as, a batch of letters; the next batch...
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Batanaea

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Baking (4 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) The quantity baked at once; a batch; as, a baking of bread. Int. Standard
Bible Encyclopedia. BAKING. bak'-ing. See BREAD. BAKING PAN. ...
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Bath (13 Occurrences)

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Bread (433 Occurrences)
... the process was as follows: a lump of leavened dough of yesterday's baking, preserved
for the purpose, was broken up and mixed with the day's "batch," and the ...
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