Maneh; Mina
Culture & SocietyWhat is the meaning of Maneh; Mina in the Bible?
The maneh, or mina, was a unit of weight and currency equal to 50 shekels, with the standard weight varying by region but generally estimated at approximately 1.25 kilograms.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding these standardized weights clarifies the economic transactions and tribute payments described in biblical narratives, providing context for the value of goods and the scale of commercial activity in the ancient world.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Ancient Cultural Lens: Avoid applying 21st-century Western assumptions to Maneh; Mina. Examine how first-century or Near Eastern listeners understood this practice within their daily social dynamics.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Maneh; Mina in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Maneh; Mina clarify?
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Maneh; Mina." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/maneh-mina/