What Is This Tool?
This tool converts weight values from the ancient mina unit, used in Biblical Greek contexts, into the metric quintal, a contemporary measure used for bulk weights. It is useful for interpreting historical mass units in modern terms.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in mina (Biblical Greek) you wish to convert
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Select mina (Biblical Greek) as the source unit and quintal (metric) [cwt] as the target unit
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent weight in metric quintals
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Use the results to interpret ancient records or for agricultural bulk weight estimations
Key Features
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Converts ancient mina (Biblical Greek) units to metric quintals (cwt)
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Supports understanding of historical monetary and weight records
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Facilitates comparisons between classical and modern mass measurements
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Browser-based, easy to access and use
Examples
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Convert 10 minas (Biblical Greek) to metric quintals: 10 × 0.0034 = 0.034 quintals
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Convert 100 minas (Biblical Greek) to metric quintals: 100 × 0.0034 = 0.34 quintals
Common Use Cases
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Translating ancient weight and monetary records into modern mass units
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Analyzing historical and archaeological data involving biblical and Near Eastern weights
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Converting classical Greek economic values measured in minas to metric terms
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Estimating bulk weights of agricultural commodities priced in metric quintals
Tips & Best Practices
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Check historical context to understand regional variations in the mina’s weight
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Do not confuse metric quintals with traditional hundredweight units (British or US cwt)
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Use this tool for approximate conversions only due to ancient unit variability
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Combine this conversion with scholarly research for historical accuracy
Limitations
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The mina’s weight differed by region and era, so precise conversion is approximate
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Metric quintal is a modern measurement and may not fully represent historical mass concepts
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Avoid mixing metric quintals with British or US hundredweight units to prevent errors
Frequently Asked Questions
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What was the mina (Biblical Greek) used for historically?
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It was an ancient mass unit used to weigh precious metals and record large payments or temple contributions in biblical and Near Eastern texts.
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How does the metric quintal differ from traditional hundredweight?
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The metric quintal equals 100 kilograms, whereas the British long hundredweight is approximately 50.802 kg, and the US short hundredweight is about 45.359 kg.
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Why is converting minas to metric quintals useful?
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This conversion helps contextualize ancient monetary and weight records using modern mass units relevant in agriculture and commodity trading.
Key Terminology
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Mina (Biblical Greek)
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An ancient unit of mass used in Near Eastern and biblical sources, varying regionally and historically, commonly used to weigh precious metals and record large payments.
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Quintal (metric) [cwt]
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A metric unit of mass equal to 100 kilograms, used for measuring bulk weights; distinct from British or US hundredweight units.
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Hundredweight (cwt)
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Traditional units of weight: the British long cwt equals 112 pounds, and the US short cwt equals 100 pounds, differing from the metric quintal.