Bible unit in Scripture

Beka in Scripture

A half-shekel weight used in sanctuary/ransom contexts.

Study note: values are approximate. Read each unit in its biblical context and check the linked Strong’s evidence where available.

Basic data

Category
Weight — Half-shekel weight
Original terms
בֶּקַע · beqaʿ · H1235
Metric estimate
about 5.7 g
Imperial estimate
about 0.20 oz
Certainty
medium

Ancient values are approximate and may vary by period, region, or scholarly reconstruction.

Calculator data

Grams
5.7
Metaldefault
silver

Usage tags

templeransom

Local Strong’s evidence

The following local KJV Strong’s-token matches are connected with the listed references for this unit.

ReferenceKJV wordingStrong’sMatched wording
Genesis 24:22of half a shekelH1235half a shekel
Exodus 38:26A bekahH1235bekah

Expanded Strong’s occurrence references

Occurrence precision: context-sensitive lexical range. The references are useful, but the wording should be read in context because related English terms are included.

This table follows the content Strong’s numbers for this entry into the local KJV Strong’s occurrence index.

Expanded occurrences
2
Unique references
2
Books represented
2
Strong’s numbers
H1235

Loading expanded references…

Verse references

These links open the local NET Bible chapter context where available.

Related units

Study notes

  • Ancient values should be read as approximate study aids because standards can vary by period, region, and context.