Strong’s H8255
שֶׁקֶל
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
sheqel
Pronunciation
SHEH-kel
Definition
Shekel
Meaning
a weight, a commercial standard
Usage
The term "sheqel" refers to a unit of weight and currency used in ancient Israel and surrounding regions. It was commonly used to measure precious metals like silver and gold. The shekel served as a standard for trade and commerce, as well as for religious offerings and temple contributions.
Bible references
Genesis 23:15;Genesis 23:16;Exodus 21:32;Exodus 30:13;Exodus 30:13;Exodus 30:13;Exodus 30:13;Exodus 30:15;Exodus 30:24;Exodus 38:24;Exodus 38:24;Exodus 38:25;Exodus 38:25;Exodus 38:26;Exodus 38:26;Exodus 38:29;Leviticus 5:15;Leviticus 5:15;Leviticus 27:3;Leviticus 27:3;Leviticus 27:4;Leviticus 27:5;Leviticus 27:5;Leviticus 27:6;Leviticus 27:6