Convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) to poundal
Please provide values below to convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) [mina (BH)] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to mina (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Poundal
1 mina (BH) = 41.3149751181109 pdl
Example: convert 15 mina (BH) to pdl:
15 mina (BH) = 15 × 41.3149751181109 pdl = 619.724626771664 pdl
Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Poundal 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.
Poundal
The poundal (pdl) is a unit of force in the foot-pound-second (FPS) system, defined as the force required to accelerate a one-pound mass at a rate of one foot per second squared.
History/Origin
The poundal was introduced in the 19th century as part of the FPS system of units, primarily used in engineering and physics before the widespread adoption of the SI system. It was designed to provide a consistent force unit based on imperial units.
Current Use
Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used outside of historical or specialized engineering contexts. It is mainly referenced for educational purposes or in discussions of imperial units, with the SI unit of force (newton) being the standard.