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H150 · Hebrew · Old Testament
אדרכון
Addarkon
Noun, masculine
Daric (Persian gold coin)

Definition

The Hebrew word addarkon refers to the daric, a Persian gold coin named after Darius the Great. It appears in post-exilic texts (Ezra and 1 Chronicles) when returning exiles donated to the rebuilding of the temple.

Usage & Theological Significance

The appearance of addarkon in the context of temple donations carries deep theological significance. God's people, returning from exile, gave generously from Persian coins — secular wealth consecrated for sacred purposes. This models for the church that earthly wealth, however it comes, can be devoted to holy ends.

Key Bible Verses

Ezra 2:69 According to their ability they gave to the treasury 61,000 darics of gold, 5,000 minas of silver and 100 priestly garments.
Nehemiah 7:70 Some of the heads of the families contributed to the work. The governor gave 1,000 darics of gold.
1 Chronicles 29:7 They gave toward the work on the temple of God five thousand talents and ten thousand darics of gold.
2 Corinthians 9:7 Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
Haggai 2:8 "The silver is mine and the gold is mine," declares the LORD Almighty.

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