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What was a denarius in Jesus day?
What was a denarius in Jesus day?
Davide
Mon Nov 11 2024
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A denarius in Jesus' day was a coin, specifically the currency used in ancient Rome. It represented a day's wage for a common laborer and was widely accepted for transactions. The denarius played a significant role in the economic life of the time, including in Jesus' teachings about money and its proper use.
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Arianna
Wed Nov 13 2024
A denarius was presented to Jesus, as it seemed he did not possess any money.
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Carlo
Wed Nov 13 2024
This coin held a special significance as it was the authorized silver coin in circulation.
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benjamin_stokes_astronomer
Tue Nov 12 2024
It held an equivalent value to the drachma used by the Greeks.
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CryptoKnight
Tue Nov 12 2024
The denarius played a crucial role in the economy of the time.
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DigitalCoinDreamer
Tue Nov 12 2024
Additionally, the standard temple shekel was valued at four denaria, indicating its importance and use in religious offerings.
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