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What was a denarii worth in Jesus' time?
What was a denarii worth in Jesus' time?
Ilaria
Fri Nov 15 2024
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I want to know the value of a denarii during the time of Jesus. How much was it worth in terms of purchasing power or what it could buy back then?
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CharmedVoyager
Sat Nov 16 2024
A rough estimate suggests that a denarius was approximately equivalent to a day's pay for a skilled laborer.
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Lucia
Sat Nov 16 2024
For an unskilled worker earning minimum wage, this figure would represent the lower end of the pay scale.
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ethan_thompson_journalist
Sat Nov 16 2024
Assuming an eight-hour workday, this comparison provides a useful benchmark for understanding the worth of a denarius.
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Martina
Sat Nov 16 2024
This value can be compared to the modern-day concept of money.
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KimonoElegant
Sat Nov 16 2024
Specifically, a denarius would be akin to a $50 bill in today's terms.
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