Convert grain to mina (Biblical Hebrew)
Please provide values below to convert grain [gr] to mina (Biblical Hebrew) [mina (BH)], or Convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) to grain.
How to Convert Grain to Mina (Biblical Hebrew)
1 gr = 0.000113443469887955 mina (BH)
Example: convert 15 gr to mina (BH):
15 gr = 15 × 0.000113443469887955 mina (BH) = 0.00170165204831933 mina (BH)
Grain to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) Conversion Table
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Grain
A grain is a unit of mass traditionally used to measure small quantities, primarily in the context of precious metals, pharmaceuticals, and firearms.
History/Origin
The grain dates back to ancient times and was originally based on the weight of a single seed of a cereal grain, such as barley. It has been used since the Middle Ages and was standardized in the apothecaries' system.
Current Use
Today, the grain is mainly used in the measurement of bullets, gunpowder, and precious metals, and is recognized as a unit of mass in the apothecaries' system, although it has largely been replaced by grams in most contexts.
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.