μνᾶς
mnâ
minas
A standard unit of weight and value, known as a mina (μνᾶ), used as a measure of monetary value or physical weight. In context, it typically refers to a fixed quantity of silver or gold depending on the economic system, often cited in relation to larger (talent) or smaller (drachma) units. In the Greco-Roman world, its value could vary by region or period.
Luke 19:13 · Word #9
Lexicon G3414
| Lemma | μνᾶ |
| Transliteration | mnâ |
| Strong's | G3414 |
| Definition | A standard unit of weight and value, known as a mina (μνᾶ), used as a measure of monetary value or physical weight. In context, it typically refers to a fixed quantity of silver or gold depending on the economic system, often cited in relation to larger (talent) or smaller (drachma) units. In the Greco-Roman world, its value could vary by region or period. |
Morphology N ACC F PL
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Case | ACC — Accusative — Direct object or extent |
| Gender | F — Feminine — Grammatical feminine |
| Number | PL — Plural — More than one |
Common Translation
| Phrase | minas |
| Literal | minas/pounds |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | μνᾶ |
| Strong's | G3414 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G3414-03
minas
| Morphological Notes | Noun, accusative feminine plural (Gr,N,,,,,AFP); direct-object form, feminine gender, plural number. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun μνᾶ denotes a standard unit of weight or monetary value in the ancient Mediterranean world. The accusative feminine plural form μνᾶς is faithfully rendered as "minas," preserving both the technical economic term and its plural number. |
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