Also known as the thermal equilibrium law. If two thermodynamics systems are in thermal equilibrium with the third system respectively, the two systems must also be in thermal equilibrium with each other. This is an empirical rule in thermodynamics. From this, it can be inferred that systems in the same thermal equilibrium state must have a common physical property, namely temperature. This law is the theoretical basis for measuring system temperature with a thermometer.
Fundamental of Material Science -> Physical and chemical basis of materials