What is the pound (lbs) unit used in this converter?

The pound (lbs) is a mass unit in the avoirdupois system used mainly in the US for measuring body weight, packaged goods, and shipping weights, defined exactly as 0.45359237 kilograms.

What is the mina (Biblical Greek) unit?

The mina is an ancient weight unit from Near Eastern and Greek sources, used for precious metals and monetary amounts, with weight varying by time and place, often equated to about 430 grams in the classical Attic system.

Is this conversion suitable for everyday weight measurements?

No, the conversion is mainly theoretical for understanding historical and archaeological data, not for general daily use due to variations in ancient standards.

How to Convert from Pound [lbs] to Mina (Biblical Greek)?

Convert weight values from pounds (lbs), a modern mass unit, to mina (Biblical Greek), an ancient Near Eastern and Greek weight measure, useful for historical and archaeological research.

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Pound [lbs] to Mina (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table

Pound [lbs]	Mina (Biblical Greek)

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Pound [lbs] to Mina (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table
Pound [lbs]	Mina (Biblical Greek)

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What Is This Tool?

This online converter enables users to transform weight measurements from pounds, a common unit in modern US customary systems, into mina (Biblical Greek), an ancient unit employed in classical Greek and Near Eastern economic records for precious metal weights and monetary values.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the weight value in pounds (lbs) that you want to convert
Select the conversion to mina (Biblical Greek) unit
Initiate the conversion to see the equivalent weight in mina
Use the result for research, academic interpretation, or comparative analysis

Key Features

Converts pounds (lbs) to mina (Biblical Greek) using a fixed conversion rate
Supports interpretation of ancient weight units in modern terms
Ideal for academic fields like archaeology, biblical studies, and historical economics
Browser-based tool requiring no downloads or installations

Examples

Converting 5 pounds results in approximately 6.6704760295 mina (Biblical Greek)
Converting 10 pounds results in approximately 13.340952059 mina (Biblical Greek)

Common Use Cases

Interpreting ancient monetary weights in biblical and Near Eastern texts
Expressing large payments or temple contributions recorded in ancient sources
Converting ancient Greek economic accounts involving drachmae, minas, and talents
Translating archaeological findings of precious metal weights into contemporary mass units

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure clarity about the historical context to apply the conversion appropriately
Use the tool for scholarly and educational purposes rather than everyday measurements
Consider regional and temporal variations when interpreting mina values
Cross-reference results with historical records for comprehensive research

Limitations

The mina's weight varied across regions and epochs, possibly affecting accuracy
Modern conversions may not exactly match ancient standards due to historical measurement differences
Primarily intended for academic and research use rather than practical daily conversions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pound (lbs) unit used in this converter?: The pound (lbs) is a mass unit in the avoirdupois system used mainly in the US for measuring body weight, packaged goods, and shipping weights, defined exactly as 0.45359237 kilograms.
What is the mina (Biblical Greek) unit?: The mina is an ancient weight unit from Near Eastern and Greek sources, used for precious metals and monetary amounts, with weight varying by time and place, often equated to about 430 grams in the classical Attic system.
Is this conversion suitable for everyday weight measurements?: No, the conversion is mainly theoretical for understanding historical and archaeological data, not for general daily use due to variations in ancient standards.

Key Terminology

Pound [lbs]: A unit of mass in the avoirdupois system, widely used in the US, defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms.
Mina (Biblical Greek): An ancient Near Eastern and Greek weight unit used for precious metals and large monetary amounts; its weight varied historically and geographically.
Conversion Rate: The factor used to translate a value from one unit to another; here, 1 pound equals approximately 1.3340952059 mina.

Quick Knowledge Check

What modern mass unit does this tool convert from?

Kilogram

Pound [lbs]

Stone

For what purpose is converting to mina mainly used?

Everyday cooking

Historical and archaeological interpretation

Sports measurements

What is a limitation of converting pounds to mina?

The mina varies by region and time

The pound is not a standard unit

Conversion requires special hardware

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