What Is This Tool?
This unit converter enables users to switch values from kilograms, the SI base mass unit, into the mina from Biblical Greek times, an ancient weight unit for precious metals and monetary values in historical contexts.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the mass value measured in kilograms into the input field.
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Select 'kilogram [kg]' as the source unit and 'mina (Biblical Greek)' as the target.
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Click convert to get the equivalent ancient mina value based on the provided conversion rate.
Key Features
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Converts modern mass units (kilograms) to ancient mina units.
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Based on the classical Attic conversion standard for historical accuracy.
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Supports archaeological and biblical research purposes.
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Browser-based and easy to use for quick conversions.
Examples
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1 kg equals approximately 2.94 mina (Biblical Greek).
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5 kg converts to roughly 14.71 mina (Biblical Greek).
Common Use Cases
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Translating modern mass measurements into ancient units for precious metal weights.
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Assisting historical and archaeological research related to biblical and Greek economic records.
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Interpreting ancient monetary documents and contributions recorded in mina units.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure clarity on which historical mina standard applies since values vary by region and era.
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Use this tool to support accurate interpretation of ancient economic and biblical texts.
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Confirm conversions align with archaeological or historical contexts relevant to your source.
Limitations
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The mina's exact weight differs by period and location; conversion results are approximate.
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Using the classical Attic standard may not reflect all biblical or regional mina variations.
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Avoid applying the conversion to contexts outside specified historical and regional frames.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a kilogram?
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A kilogram is the SI base unit of mass used for measuring the amount of matter in an object.
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What is the ancient mina used for?
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The mina was an ancient weight unit used in biblical and Near Eastern contexts for weighing precious metals and large monetary amounts.
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Is the conversion rate exact for all historical periods?
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No, the conversion rate is an approximation based on the classical Attic system; values varied across regions and times.
Key Terminology
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Kilogram [kg]
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The SI base unit of mass used to quantify matter, defined by the Planck constant.
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Mina (Biblical Greek)
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An ancient mass unit used in Near Eastern and biblical sources, representing a fraction of a talent and used for precious metals and monetary records.
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Classical Attic System
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A historical system where a mina equals one-sixtieth of a talent and approximately 100 drachmae.