Convert slug to mina (Biblical Greek)
Please provide values below to convert slug [slug] to mina (Biblical Greek) [mina (BG)], or Convert mina (Biblical Greek) to slug.
How to Convert Slug to Mina (Biblical Greek)
1 slug = 42.9232439329412 mina (BG)
Example: convert 15 slug to mina (BG):
15 slug = 15 × 42.9232439329412 mina (BG) = 643.848658994117 mina (BG)
Slug to Mina (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table
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Slug
A slug is a unit of mass primarily used in the imperial system, equal to approximately 32.174 pounds or 14.5939 kilograms.
History/Origin
The slug was introduced in the 19th century as a unit of mass in the imperial system, named after the animal due to its slow movement, and has been used mainly in engineering and physics contexts within the United States.
Current Use
Today, the slug is primarily used in scientific and engineering calculations in the United States, especially in contexts involving imperial units, but it is largely replaced by the kilogram in most applications worldwide.
Mina (Biblical Greek)
The mina is an ancient unit of weight used in biblical Greek contexts, typically equivalent to about 50 shekels or roughly 0.6 kilograms.
History/Origin
The mina was used in the ancient Near East, including Greece and the Levant, dating back to the early Iron Age. It was a standard measure for trade and commerce in biblical times and was later adopted in various forms by different cultures.
Current Use
Today, the mina is primarily used in historical and biblical studies to understand ancient texts and measurements. It is not used as a modern unit of measurement but is included in historical weight and mass converters for educational purposes.