Bible unit in Scripture

Denarius in Scripture

A Roman silver coin frequently used in NT economic and parable 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
Money — Roman silver coin / day-wage comparison
Original terms
δηνάριον · dēnarion · G1220
Metric estimate
about one day wage in many Gospel contexts; silver weight varied
Imperial estimate
about 0.14 oz silver
Certainty
medium

Purchasing-power comparison and metal value are different calculations.

Calculator data

Grams
3.9
Metaldefault
silver
Wagedays
1

Usage tags

wagetaxparablecommercial

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
Matthew 20:2a pennyG1220penny
Matthew 22:19a pennyG1220penny
Mark 6:37pennyworthG1220pennyworth
Luke 10:35penceG1220pence
Revelation 6:6for a pennyG1220penny

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
15
Unique references
15
Books represented
5
Strong’s numbers
G1220

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Verse references

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

Study notes

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