Convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) to drachma (Biblical Greek)
Please provide values below to convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) [mina (BH)] to drachma (Biblical Greek) [drachma (BG)], or Convert drachma (Biblical Greek) to mina (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Drachma (Biblical Greek)
1 mina (BH) = 168 drachma (BG)
Example: convert 15 mina (BH) to drachma (BG):
15 mina (BH) = 15 × 168 drachma (BG) = 2520 drachma (BG)
Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Drachma (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table
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Mina (Biblical Hebrew)
The mina is an ancient unit of weight used in biblical times, primarily in the Hebrew and surrounding cultures, typically equivalent to about 50 shekels or roughly 50 grams.
History/Origin
The mina originates from ancient Near Eastern civilizations, including the Hebrew, Phoenician, and Babylonian cultures. It was widely used in biblical texts and persisted through various periods as a standard measure of weight for precious metals and goods.
Current Use
Today, the mina is largely obsolete as a unit of measurement. It is primarily referenced in historical, religious, and scholarly contexts related to biblical times and ancient history.
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Today, the drachma is no longer in official use, having been replaced by the euro in Greece.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.