Convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to grain
Please provide values below to convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) [gerah (BH)] to grain [gr], or Convert grain to gerah (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Grain
1 gerah (BH) = 8.81496309120015 gr
Example: convert 15 gerah (BH) to gr:
15 gerah (BH) = 15 × 8.81496309120015 gr = 132.224446368002 gr
Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Grain Conversion Table
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Gerah (Biblical Hebrew)
The gerah is a biblical Hebrew unit of weight, traditionally used for measuring small quantities such as precious metals and spices.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Israel, the gerah was used during biblical times as a standard weight unit, often referenced in religious texts and transactions. It is believed to be approximately 0.65 grams.
Current Use
Today, the gerah is primarily of historical and biblical interest, with limited modern application. It is used in scholarly contexts and for understanding ancient measurements and texts.
Grain
A grain is a unit of mass traditionally used to measure small quantities, primarily in the context of precious metals, pharmaceuticals, and firearms.
History/Origin
The grain dates back to ancient times and was originally based on the weight of a single seed of a cereal grain, such as barley. It has been used since the Middle Ages and was standardized in the apothecaries' system.
Current Use
Today, the grain is mainly used in the measurement of bullets, gunpowder, and precious metals, and is recognized as a unit of mass in the apothecaries' system, although it has largely been replaced by grams in most contexts.