( Luke 15:8Luke 15:9 ) 2 Macc 4:19; 10:20; 12:43, a Greek silver coin, varying in weight on account of the use of different talents. In Luke denarii (Authorized Version "piece of silver") seem to be intended. [MONEY; SILVER]
Bibliography InformationSmith, William, Dr. "Entry for 'Drachm,'". "Smith's Bible Dictionary". . 1901.