Assarion

Type Object Greek ἀσσάριον

A small Roman copper coin worth 1/16 of a denarius.

About Assarion

A coin of small value (Matthew 10:29).

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Form, use in ancient daily life, and how translators render the term.

Key References

Matthew 10:29

Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father.

Luke 12:6

Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God.

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Matthew (1)
Matthew 10:29

Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father.

Luke (1)
Luke 12:6

Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God.