What Is This Tool?
This tool facilitates conversion between two biblical units of dry volume: the homer and the cor. Both units originate from ancient Israel and are used for measuring grain and other dry commodities in historical, theological, and archaeological contexts. The tool helps users translate these ancient measures to one another accurately.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the quantity in homer (Biblical) unit.
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Select homer (Biblical) as the source unit.
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Choose cor (Biblical) as the target unit.
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Submit to convert the value instantly.
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Review the output, noting that 1 homer equals 1 cor.
Key Features
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Converts between homer (Biblical) and cor (Biblical) units of dry volume
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Supports ancient biblical measurement units used for grain and dry goods
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Based on historical and biblical definitions aligning the units as equal
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Suitable for theological, archaeological, and historical research
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Browser-based and easy to use for quick unit conversion
Examples
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5 homer (Biblical) converts to 5 cor (Biblical)
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10 homer (Biblical) equals 10 cor (Biblical)
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting biblical records of grain quantities for study or translation
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Estimating capacities of ancient granaries, jars, or silos archaeologically
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Converting biblical measures into modern units for theological analysis
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Modeling historical agricultural production and taxation in ancient Near East
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Facilitating comparisons between biblical units in scholarly research
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify units carefully before converting to ensure appropriate context
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Use the tool to assist with biblical translation and exegesis projects
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Apply conversions cautiously given the variations in historical estimates
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Incorporate archaeological data to better understand storage capacities
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Combine with other measurement tools for comprehensive historical analysis
Limitations
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Exact volumes of homer and cor vary slightly depending on source
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Units are approximate reconstructions based on biblical and historical texts
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Precision may be limited for practical measurement applications
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Conversion equality applies to ancient usage and scholarly estimates only
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are homer and cor the same unit?
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Yes, the homer and the cor are equivalent biblical units of dry volume, both defined as ten ephahs and commonly estimated at about 220 liters.
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What is the primary use of converting homer to cor?
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This conversion helps accurately interpret ancient biblical measurements of grain and dry goods in theological, historical, and archaeological studies.
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Can the exact volume of these units vary?
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Yes, the values can vary slightly as these units are approximate reconstructions based on historical and biblical sources.
Key Terminology
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Homer (Biblical)
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An ancient biblical dry volume unit from Israel, equal to ten ephahs, used for measuring grain and other dry commodities.
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Cor (Biblical)
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A biblical unit of dry volume equivalent to the homer, used in ancient Israel primarily for large quantities of dry goods.
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Ephah
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A smaller biblical unit of dry volume; ten ephahs equal one homer or cor.