Bible Dictionary

Farthing

A farthing was a small coin mentioned in the King James Version. The word represents two different Roman coin denominations in the New Testament.

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Entry Position

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Letter

F

Meaning

A farthing was a small coin mentioned in the King James Version. The word represents two different Roman coin denominations in the New Testament.

Key Scriptures

  • Matthew 5:26
  • Matthew 10:29
  • Mark 12:42
  • Luke 12:6
  • Luke 12:59

Original Language

Aramaic

κοδράντης

kodrantēs

quadrans; small Roman coin

Greek

ἀσσάριον

assarion

assarion; small Roman coin

Meaning

A farthing is a small coin mentioned in the King James Version. The word represents different ancient Roman coin terms in different passages, including the assarion and the quadrans.

Biblical Usage

Jesus used the farthing when teaching about the value of sparrows and the care of God.

He also referred to the farthing when teaching that a person would not leave prison until the last farthing had been paid.

Key References

  • Matthew 5:26
  • Matthew 10:29
  • Mark 12:42
  • Luke 12:6
  • Luke 12:59
  • Penny
  • Money
  • Sparrow
  • Talent
  • Tribute

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Scriptures

  • Matthew 5:26
  • Matthew 10:29
  • Mark 12:42
  • Luke 12:6
  • Luke 12:59

Related Terms

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Study Topics

money measurements New Testament