Bekah
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Both the name and its explanation, “a half shekel,” are given in Exod 38:26. The word properly means a “division,” a “part.” (R.V., “beka.”)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
Beka
be'-ka (beqa`, "half"): Half a shekel, the amount contributed by each male of the Israelites for the use of the Sanctuary (Exod 38:26). Its value varied according to the standard used, but on the ordinary, or Phoenician, standard it would represent about 122 grams.
See Weights and Measures.
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