Convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) to gram
Please provide values below to convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) [mina (BH)] to gram [g], or Convert gram to mina (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Gram
1 mina (BH) = 571.2 g
Example: convert 15 mina (BH) to g:
15 mina (BH) = 15 × 571.2 g = 8568 g
Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Gram 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.
Gram
The gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to one thousandth of a kilogram.
History/Origin
The gram was originally defined in 1795 as the mass of one cubic centimeter of water at its maximum density. It became part of the metric system established in France and was later standardized as part of the International System of Units (SI) in 1960.
Current Use
The gram is widely used worldwide for measuring small masses in everyday life, science, and industry, especially in contexts like food labeling, pharmaceuticals, and laboratory measurements.