Convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to slug
Please provide values below to convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) [shekel (BH)] to slug [slug], or Convert slug to shekel (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Slug
1 shekel (BH) = 0.00078279265314833 slug
Example: convert 15 shekel (BH) to slug:
15 shekel (BH) = 15 × 0.00078279265314833 slug = 0.011741889797225 slug
Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Slug Conversion Table
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Shekel (Biblical Hebrew)
The shekel (Biblical Hebrew) is an ancient unit of weight and currency used in biblical times, primarily for measuring silver and other precious metals.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Mesopotamia, the shekel was used as a standard weight and currency in the ancient Near East, notably in biblical Israel. Its weight varied over time and region, but it generally represented a specific mass used for trade and taxation.
Current Use
Today, the shekel is the official currency of Israel (Israeli New Shekel), but the biblical shekel as a unit of weight is no longer in use. The term is primarily historical and religious in context.
Slug
A slug is a unit of mass primarily used in the imperial system, equal to approximately 32.174 pounds or 14.5939 kilograms.
History/Origin
The slug was introduced in the 19th century as a unit of mass in the imperial system, named after the animal due to its slow movement, and has been used mainly in engineering and physics contexts within the United States.
Current Use
Today, the slug is primarily used in scientific and engineering calculations in the United States, especially in contexts involving imperial units, but it is largely replaced by the kilogram in most applications worldwide.