Bible Dictionary
Didrachmon
A didrachmon was a Greek silver coin equal to two drachmas. In the biblical monetary system it is associated with the half-shekel temple tax.
Definition
A didrachmon was a Greek silver coin equal to two drachmas.
Biblical Usage
The supplied material connects the didrachmon with the biblical monetary subjects of money and the shekel, including the payment associated with the temple tax.
Historical Background
No further historical or cultural background is supplied.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
[Money; Shekel]