In the context of the Bible, the term "pounds" refers to a unit of weight and currency used during biblical times. The term is most notably mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Parable of the Ten Minas (or Pounds) found in the Gospel of Luke.

Biblical References:

1. Luke 19:11-27 · The Parable of the Ten Minas: In this parable, Jesus tells the account of a nobleman who goes to a distant country to receive a kingdom and then return. Before leaving, he entrusts ten of his servants with one mina each, instructing them to engage in business until he returns. Upon his return, he calls the servants to account for their business dealings. The first servant reports that his mina has earned ten more, and he is rewarded with authority over ten cities. The second servant's mina has earned five more, and he is given charge over five cities. However, the third servant, who hid his mina out of fear, is reprimanded, and his mina is taken and given to the one who has ten. This parable illustrates themes of stewardship, accountability, and the rewards of faithful service. The Berean Standard Bible translates the relevant passage as follows:

"So he called ten of his servants and gave them ten minas. ‘Conduct business with this until I return,’ he said." (Luke 19:13)

2. Historical and Cultural Context: The "mina" or "pound" was a unit of currency in the ancient Near East, equivalent to about three months' wages for a laborer. It was a significant amount of money, emphasizing the responsibility and trust placed in the servants by the nobleman. The use of currency in this parable underscores the importance of wise and diligent management of resources entrusted by God.

Theological Significance:

The Parable of the Ten Minas is often interpreted as a lesson on the Kingdom of God and the responsibilities of believers. It highlights the expectation that followers of Christ are to use their God-given gifts, talents, and resources for the advancement of His kingdom. The nobleman's return symbolizes Christ's second coming, at which time He will hold His servants accountable for their stewardship.

The varying outcomes for the servants reflect the biblical principle that faithfulness in small matters leads to greater responsibilities and rewards. Conversely, neglect or fear-driven inaction results in loss and reprimand. This parable serves as a call to active and faithful service, encouraging believers to invest their lives in ways that yield spiritual dividends.

Related Concepts:

· Stewardship: The concept of stewardship is central to the parable, emphasizing the responsibility of managing God's resources wisely and effectively.
· Accountability: The servants' accounting to the nobleman upon his return illustrates the biblical teaching that all individuals will give an account of their lives to God.
· Faithfulness: The rewards given to the faithful servants underscore the value of diligence and faithfulness in the Christian life.

In summary, the biblical use of "pounds" in the Parable of the Ten Minas serves as a powerful metaphor for the Christian life, urging believers to be faithful stewards of the resources and opportunities God has entrusted to them.1. (n.) Plural of Pound.

2. (n.) Plural of Pound.

5006. talantiaios -- worth a talent, ie of a talent's weight
... Word Origin from talanton Definition worth a talent, ie of a talent's weight
NASB Word Usage one hundred pounds (1). weight of a talent. ...
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3046. litra -- a pound (in weight, by Rom. standards)
... Souter). Word Origin of Latin origin Definition a pound (in weight, by Rom.
standards) NASB Word Usage pound (1), pounds (1). pound. ...
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The Servants and the Pounds.
... XXX. THE SERVANTS AND THE POUNDS. ... And he called his ten servants, and delivered
them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come. ...
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Parable of the Pounds. (Luke, xix. , 11, Seq. )
... CHAPTER XVII. CHRIST'S LAST PASSOVER JOURNEY TO JERUSALEM. Section 239.
Parable of the Pounds. (Luke, xix., 11, seq.). Christ made ...
/.../section 239 parable of the.htm

The Parable of the Pounds.
... THE LAST JOURNEY TO JERUSALEM THE PARABLE OF THE POUNDS. And as they heard
these things, he added and spake a parable, because he ...
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Ciii. Zacch??us. Parable of the Pounds. Journey to Jerusalem.
... Zacch??us. Parable of the Pounds. ... xi.26.13 And he called ten servants of his, and
gave them ten pounds, and said unto them, Trade ye herewith till I come. ...
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Parable of the Talents (Matt. , xxv. , 14-30) Compared with that ...
... Section 257. Parable of the Talents (Matt., xxv., 14-30) compared with that
of the Pounds (Luke, xix., 12). The parable of the talents ...
/.../section 257 parable of the.htm

Christ and Zacch??us the Salvation of the Body as Denied by ...
... Chapter XXXVII."Christ and Zacch??us The Salvation of the Body as Denied by Marcion.
The Parable of the Ten Servants Entrusted with Ten Pounds. ...
/.../the five books against marcion/chapter xxxvii christ and zacchaeus the.htm

To J. Tarn, Esq. , Under-Treasurer of the British and Foreign ...
... Petersburg in the service of the BS:" Received of Mr. Tarn (if I mistake
not) 30 pounds, and 7 pounds, making together 37 pounds. ...
/.../borrow/letters of george borrow/to j tarn esq under-treasurer.htm

To the Rev. A. Brandram
... About a month ago I received fifteen pounds from Mr. Wilby, and returned him an
order for twenty, he having, when I left Lisbon, lent me five pounds, on account ...
/.../borrow/letters of george borrow/to the rev a brandram 8.htm

Wesley Arrested in Edinburgh
... He had deposed, "That Hugh Saunderson, one of John Wesley's preachers, had taken
from his wife one hundred pounds in money and upwards of thirty pounds in goods ...
/.../wesley/the journal of john wesley/wesley arrested in edinburgh.htm

1872-1874. Letter from Rev. AMW Christopher --Letter from Gulf of ...
... More than 3000 dollars (600 pounds) were soon sent in, and instead of renting a
house, they were able to buy the first-rate one they now occupy, and which was ...
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Pounds (16 Occurrences)
...Pounds (16 Occurrences). ... (WEY). Luke 19:13 And he called his ten servants, and delivered
them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come. ...
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Pound (13 Occurrences)
... or salt. 3. (vi) To strike heavy blows; to beat. 4. (vi) To make a jarring
noise, as in running; as, the engine pounds. 5. (n.) An ...
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Talent (16 Occurrences)
... tal'-ent (kikkar; talanton): A weight composed of 60 manehs (English Versions of
the Bible "pounds") equal to about 120 pounds troy and 96 pounds avoirdupois ...
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Drachmas (6 Occurrences)
... Ezra 2:69 according to their power they have given to the treasure of the work;
of gold, drams six myriads and a thousand, and of silver, pounds five thousand ...
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Myriads (24 Occurrences)
... Ezra 2:69 according to their power they have given to the treasure of the work;
of gold, drams six myriads and a thousand, and of silver, pounds five thousand ...
/m/myriads.htm - 13k

Quarter (33 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) The fourth of a hundred-weight, being 25 or 28 pounds, according
as the hundredweight is reckoned at 100 or 112 pounds. ...
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Sir (90 Occurrences)
... fourfold.' (YLT). Luke 19:16 "So the first came and said, "'Sir, your pound
has produced ten pounds more.' (WEY YLT NIV). Luke 19:18 ...
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Gained (66 Occurrences)
... business. (WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS RSV NIV). Luke 19:16 Then came the first,
saying, Lord, thy pound hath gained ten pounds. (KJV WBS). ...
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Weight (143 Occurrences)
... which they tend toward the center of the earth; the effect of gravitative force,
especially when expressed in certain units or standards, as pounds, grams, etc ...
/w/weight.htm - 43k

Wedge (3 Occurrences)
... money and was probably stamped or marked to indicate its weight, which was 50 shekels,
ie one maneh, according to the Hebrew standard, or nearly two pounds troy ...
/w/wedge.htm - 10k

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