Convert Quintal (Metric) (cwt (m)) to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent (H)) instantly.
About these units
Quintal (Metric) (cwt (m))
The metric quintal, equal to 100 kilograms, is commonly used in agriculture for measuring harvest yields, livestock feed, and bulk commodities such as grains, sugar, and potatoes. Its simplicity makes it popular in countries with strong agricultural sectors. Farmers, traders, and cooperatives find the quintal more intuitive for medium-sized loads than kilograms or metric tons. Though not an SI unit, it remains deeply embedded in agricultural commerce throughout Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent (H))
The Hebrew talent was a very large mass unit, typically estimated around 34–36 kilograms, though exact values varied by period and region. It represented an enormous economic value—equivalent to years of wages for a common laborer—and was primarily used for measuring gold and silver in royal and temple contexts. Talents appear frequently in Biblical texts, often symbolizing wealth, tribute, or divine offerings. Their usage suggests a sophisticated economic system capable of handling large-scale trade and taxation. Because talents were too heavy for ordinary transactions, they were divided into 60 minas, which were further subdivided into shekels. Modern biblical scholars rely heavily on talent estimates to translate ancient economic references into contemporary terms.