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This coin is a tangible connection to this powerful lesson, making it one of the most cherished artifacts for those interested in biblical history and spiritual teachings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOwning a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWidow’s Mite\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis not only a journey into the economic and cultural realities of ancient Judaea but also a profound reminder of Jesus’ teachings on generosity, faith, and the true meaning of wealth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancient Levant ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49912441536790,"sku":"","price":159.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/0585\/3718\/files\/3WM_e0022a56-a427-4481-9b88-3a75af401160.png?v=1744425613"},{"product_id":"widow-s-mite-bronze-coin-hasmonean-dynasty-103-76-bce-7","title":"Widow’s Mite Bronze Coin - Hasmonean Dynasty, 103–76 BCE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis authentic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWidow’s Mite\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecoin is a small bronze prutah minted during the reign of King Alexander Jannaeus (103–76 BCE) of the Hasmonean Dynasty. The obverse typically displays a star within a diadem or a floral motif, symbolizing divine favor, while the reverse features an anchor, a representation of maritime strength and trade, accompanied by an ancient Hebrew inscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamously referenced in the New Testament (Mark 12:41-44), the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWidow’s Mite\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a powerful symbol of humility and faith, representing the small yet significant offering of a poor widow to the temple treasury. This coin offers a tangible connection to biblical history and the daily life of ancient Judaea, making it a treasured artifact for collectors, historians, and those inspired by its spiritual meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBiblical Significance of the Widow's Mite Coin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWidow's Mite\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eholds profound biblical significance, as it is famously referenced in the New Testament in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMark 12:41-44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuke 21:1-4\u003c\/strong\u003e. In this passage, Jesus observes a poor widow giving two small coins (mites) as her offering to the temple treasury. Though her contribution was monetarily small, Jesus commends her for giving all she had, emphasizing that her offering was greater than those who gave from their abundance. He states:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others. They all gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything—all she had to live on.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Mark 12:43-44, NIV)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWidow's Mite\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esymbolizes humility, faith, and sacrificial giving, teaching that the value of a gift lies not in its monetary worth but in the heart and sacrifice of the giver. 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Its aerodynamic shape and barbs made it a highly effective ballistic weapon during sieges and skirmishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"760\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"796\"\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.2 cm \/ 1.65 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"760\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"760\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eBiblical Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eArrowheads of this style were likely in use during the lifetime of Jesus and throughout the New Testament era. 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Its aerodynamic shape and barbs made it a highly effective ballistic weapon during sieges and skirmishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"760\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"796\"\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.2 cm \/ 1.65 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"760\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"760\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eBiblical Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eArrowheads of this style were likely in use during the lifetime of Jesus and throughout the New Testament era. 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Its aerodynamic shape and barbs made it a highly effective ballistic weapon during sieges and skirmishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"760\" data-start=\"489\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"11\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e4.5 cm \/ 1.77 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"760\" data-start=\"489\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"760\" data-start=\"489\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"895\" data-start=\"869\"\u003eBiblical Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"898\" data-start=\"895\"\u003eArrowheads of this style were likely in use during the lifetime of Jesus and throughout the New Testament era. Roman soldiers equipped with such weaponry patrolled Judea, including during events such as the crucifixion and later Jewish revolts, linking this artifact to the militarized presence described in the Gospels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancient Levant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49933615661334,"sku":null,"price":119.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/0585\/3718\/files\/7RomanBronzeArrowhead_1stCenturyADMilitaryArtifact.png?v=1744829394"},{"product_id":"roman-bronze-arrowhead-1st-century-ad-military-artifact-4-2-cm-copy-2","title":"Roman Bronze Arrowhead | 1st Century AD Military Artifact – 4.2 cm","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"487\" class=\"\"\u003eThis finely crafted Roman arrowhead dates back to the 1st century AD, a period marked by the military might of the Roman Empire. 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Crafted with a strong central ridge and barbed base, its aerodynamic form and solid tang suggest it was designed for armor penetration and structural damage during siege warfare or field combat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"1115\" class=\"\"\u003eUsed by Roman legions and auxiliary forces, weapons like this were essential for both ranged attacks and defensive fortifications. 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