Convert bekan (Biblical Hebrew) to assarion (Biblical Roman)
Please provide values below to convert bekan (Biblical Hebrew) [bekan (BH)] to assarion (Biblical Roman) [assarion], or Convert assarion (Biblical Roman) to bekan (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) to Assarion (Biblical Roman)
1 bekan (BH) = 23.8 assarion
Example: convert 15 bekan (BH) to assarion:
15 bekan (BH) = 15 × 23.8 assarion = 357 assarion
Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) to Assarion (Biblical Roman) Conversion Table
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Bekan (Biblical Hebrew)
The bekan is a historical unit of weight used in Biblical Hebrew, typically measuring a small amount of mass, often associated with precious metals or weights in ancient times.
History/Origin
The bekan originates from ancient Israelite measurements and is referenced in biblical texts. It was used during the period of the Hebrew Bible to denote a standard weight, though its exact value varied over time and context.
Current Use
Today, the bekan is primarily of historical and scholarly interest, with no modern standardization or practical application in contemporary weight measurement systems.
Assarion (Biblical Roman)
The assarion was a small Roman bronze or copper coin used in ancient times, often as a unit of weight and currency.
History/Origin
Originating in the Roman Empire, the assarion was used during the late Republic and early Imperial periods, primarily in the Eastern provinces. It served both as a monetary unit and a standard for measuring small weights.
Current Use
The assarion is no longer in use today. It is primarily of historical interest and is referenced in studies of ancient Roman economy and numismatics.