Convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to scruple (apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) [gerah (BH)] to scruple (apothecary) [s.ap], or Convert scruple (apothecary) to gerah (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Scruple (Apothecary)
1 gerah (BH) = 0.440748154560007 s.ap
Example: convert 15 gerah (BH) to s.ap:
15 gerah (BH) = 15 × 0.440748154560007 s.ap = 6.61122231840011 s.ap
Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Scruple (Apothecary) Conversion Table
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Gerah (Biblical Hebrew)
The gerah is a biblical Hebrew unit of weight, traditionally used for measuring small quantities such as precious metals and spices.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Israel, the gerah was used during biblical times as a standard weight unit, often referenced in religious texts and transactions. It is believed to be approximately 0.65 grams.
Current Use
Today, the gerah is primarily of historical and biblical interest, with limited modern application. It is used in scholarly contexts and for understanding ancient measurements and texts.
Scruple (Apothecary)
A scruple (s.ap) is an old unit of weight used in apothecary measurements, equivalent to 1.3 grains or approximately 1.3 grams.
History/Origin
The scruple originated in ancient Greece and was adopted into Roman and medieval European apothecary systems. It was historically used for measuring small quantities of medicinal substances and drugs.
Current Use
Today, the scruple is largely obsolete and replaced by metric units, but it is still referenced in historical contexts and traditional apothecary practices.