Convert stone (UK) to mina (Biblical Hebrew)

Please provide values below to convert stone (UK) [st (UK)] to mina (Biblical Hebrew) [mina (BH)], or Convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) to stone (UK).




How to Convert Stone (Uk) to Mina (Biblical Hebrew)

1 st (UK) = 11.1174600490196 mina (BH)

Example: convert 15 st (UK) to mina (BH):
15 st (UK) = 15 Γ— 11.1174600490196 mina (BH) = 166.761900735294 mina (BH)


Stone (Uk) to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) Conversion Table

stone (UK) mina (Biblical Hebrew)

Stone (Uk)

A stone (st) is a British unit of weight equal to 14 pounds avoirdupois, primarily used for measuring body weight.

History/Origin

The stone has origins in medieval England, where it was used as a practical unit of weight for trade and commerce. Its use has persisted in the UK for measuring human body weight, despite the metric system's adoption elsewhere.

Current Use

Today, the stone is still commonly used in the UK and Ireland for personal weight measurement, especially in the context of health and fitness, although it is largely replaced by kilograms in official and international contexts.


Mina (Biblical Hebrew)

The mina is an ancient unit of weight used in biblical times, primarily in the Hebrew and surrounding cultures, typically equivalent to about 50 shekels or roughly 50 grams.

History/Origin

The mina originates from ancient Near Eastern civilizations, including the Hebrew, Phoenician, and Babylonian cultures. It was widely used in biblical texts and persisted through various periods as a standard measure of weight for precious metals and goods.

Current Use

Today, the mina is largely obsolete as a unit of measurement. It is primarily referenced in historical, religious, and scholarly contexts related to biblical times and ancient history.



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