Strong’s G2835

κοδράντης

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

kodrantés

Pronunciation

ko-dran'-tace

Definition

Quadrans, Farthing

Meaning

a quadrans, the smallest Roman copper coin, a quarter of an as, the sixteenth part of a sesterius.

Usage

The term "kodrantés" refers to a small Roman copper coin, equivalent to one-fourth of an "as," which was a basic unit of Roman currency. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to denote a very small amount of money, emphasizing the insignificance of the sum in monetary terms but often highlighting the significance of the giver's heart or intent.

Bible references

Matthew 5:26;Mark 12:42