Bible unit in Scripture
Shekel in Scripture
A standard Hebrew weight, often used for silver or gold reckoning before later coinage.
Study note: values are approximate. Read each unit in its biblical context and check the linked Strong’s evidence where available.
Basic data
Ancient values are approximate and may vary by period, region, or scholarly reconstruction.
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Local Strong’s evidence
The following local KJV Strong’s-token matches are connected with the listed references for this unit.
| Reference | KJV wording | Strong’s | Matched wording |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exodus 30:13 | a shekel | H8255 | Shekel |
| Exodus 30:13 | after the shekel | H8255 | Shekel |
| Exodus 30:13 | shekel | H8255 | Shekel |
| Leviticus 27:25 | shall be according to the shekel | H8255 | Shekel |
| Leviticus 27:25 | shall be the shekel | H8255 | Shekel |
| Numbers 3:47 | after the shekel | H8255 | Shekel |
| Numbers 3:47 | the shekel | H8255 | Shekel |
| Nehemiah 10:32 | of a shekel | H8255 | Shekel |
| Ezekiel 45:12 | And the shekel | H8255 | Shekel |
Expanded Strong’s occurrence references
Occurrence precision: tighter lexical range. Best used as a direct lexical occurrence set, while still checking the surrounding verse context.
This table follows the content Strong’s numbers for this entry into the local KJV Strong’s occurrence index.
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Verse references
These links open the local NET Bible chapter context where available.
Study notes
- In many OT contexts, a shekel is a weight of metal rather than a minted coin.