What Is This Tool?
This tool allows users to convert weight values from mina (Biblical Greek), an ancient unit used in Near Eastern and Greek sources, to stone (UK), a traditional British imperial unit of mass. It helps bridge historical measurements with modern units for research and understanding.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in mina (Biblical Greek) you want to convert
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Select mina (Biblical Greek) as the starting unit
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Choose stone (UK) as the target unit
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Press the convert button to see the result in stones
Key Features
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Converts weight from mina (Biblical Greek) to stone (UK)
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Based on historically recognized definitions and conversion rates
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Supports interpretation of ancient economic and archaeological records
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Browser-based and easy to use for academic and general purposes
Examples
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5 mina (Biblical Greek) equals approximately 0.2677 stone (UK)
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10 mina (Biblical Greek) converts to about 0.5354 stone (UK)
Common Use Cases
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Translating ancient weights of precious metals into modern units
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Assisting historical and biblical scholarship with weight conversion
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Comparing ancient economic values recorded in mina to contemporary mass units
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Supporting archaeological documentation and interpretation
Tips & Best Practices
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Consider regional and period variations of the mina when interpreting results
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Use results as approximate guides rather than exact weights
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Apply conversions primarily for interpretive and comparative research
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Cross-reference conversions with historical context for accuracy
Limitations
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The mina's weight differed significantly depending on the region and historical period
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The stone (UK) is not an SI unit and is used informally for body weight mainly
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Conversions are approximations and may not suit precise scientific applications
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a mina (Biblical Greek)?
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It is an ancient unit of mass used in biblical and Near Eastern contexts for weighing precious metals and large monetary values.
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What is a stone (UK)?
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A stone is an imperial unit equal to 14 pounds, commonly used in the UK and Ireland to express human body weight.
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Why is the conversion approximate?
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Because the mina varied by region and period, and the stone is an informal unit, conversions serve mostly interpretive purposes.
Key Terminology
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Mina (Biblical Greek)
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An ancient mass unit used in Near Eastern and biblical times to record precious metal weights and large monetary amounts.
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Stone (UK)
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An imperial unit of mass equal to 14 pounds, traditionally used in the UK and Ireland for body weight.