Convert drachma (Biblical Greek) to shekel (Biblical Hebrew)

Please provide values below to convert drachma (Biblical Greek) [drachma (BG)] to shekel (Biblical Hebrew) [shekel (BH)], or Convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to drachma (Biblical Greek).



How to Convert Drachma (Biblical Greek) to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew)

1 drachma (BG) = 0.297619047619048 shekel (BH)

Example: convert 15 drachma (BG) to shekel (BH):
15 drachma (BG) = 15 × 0.297619047619048 shekel (BH) = 4.46428571428571 shekel (BH)

Drachma (Biblical Greek) to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) Conversion Table

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Drachma (Biblical Greek)

The drachma was an ancient Greek unit of weight and currency, used in biblical times as a standard measure for silver and other precious metals.

History/Origin

Originating in ancient Greece, the drachma was widely used throughout the Greek city-states and later adopted in various regions. It served both as a monetary unit and a weight measure, with its use dating back to at least the 5th century BCE. The biblical Greek drachma is referenced in historical texts and scriptures, reflecting its significance in trade and economy during that era.

Current Use

Today, the drachma is no longer in official use, having been replaced by the euro in Greece. However, it remains a historical and cultural reference, especially in biblical studies and historical research related to ancient Greek economy and currency systems.


Shekel (Biblical Hebrew)

The shekel (Biblical Hebrew) is an ancient unit of weight and currency used in biblical times, primarily for measuring silver and other precious metals.

History/Origin

Originating in ancient Mesopotamia, the shekel was used as a standard weight and currency in the ancient Near East, notably in biblical Israel. Its weight varied over time and region, but it generally represented a specific mass used for trade and taxation.

Current Use

Today, the shekel is the official currency of Israel (Israeli New Shekel), but the biblical shekel as a unit of weight is no longer in use. The term is primarily historical and religious in context.

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