What Is This Tool?
This tool converts dry volume measurements from liters, a common metric unit, to the biblical unit called cor. It helps users translate ancient volume references of grains and dry goods into modern terms for biblical studies, archaeology, and historical research.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume value in liters into the input field
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Select the source unit as liter [L,l] and the target unit as cor (Biblical)
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Click convert to receive the equivalent volume in the cor unit
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Use the result for biblical interpretation, archaeological estimation, or historical agricultural analysis
Key Features
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Supports conversion from liter to the ancient biblical dry volume unit cor
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Utilizes a fixed conversion rate reflecting historical volume estimates
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Useful for interpreting biblical and ancient Near Eastern grain quantities
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Provides easy calculations for converting large volumes of dry commodities
Examples
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100 Liters equals approximately 0.45454548 Cor (Biblical)
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500 Liters converts to around 2.2727274 Cor (Biblical)
Common Use Cases
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Translating biblical and historical grain volume measurements into modern units
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Estimating storage capacities of ancient granaries and jars in archaeological studies
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Modeling agricultural production and taxation from ancient Near Eastern records
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify the historical context when applying conversions to account for volume variations
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Use the tool to support interpretation in biblical exegesis and translation
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Consider archaeological findings to complement volume estimations
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Understand that cor volume estimates can vary among scholars
Limitations
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The exact size of the cor varies depending on historical and scholarly sources
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A fixed conversion rate may not capture all regional or temporal variations
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Modern liter units are standardized whereas the cor is a historical unit with some uncertainty
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a liter used for in dry volume measurements?
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A liter measures volume commonly for bulk solids or dry goods, such as grains and powders, in both industrial and everyday contexts.
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Why is the cor unit important in biblical studies?
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The cor is a biblical dry volume unit used to understand ancient grain quantities, helping scholars interpret scriptural and historical records related to agriculture and economics.
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Can the conversion between liters and cor be exact?
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No, the conversion is approximate since the exact volume of the cor varies by authority and historical source, and it is not a standardized modern unit.
Key Terminology
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Liter [L,l]
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A metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter, widely used to measure liquid and dry volumes.
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Cor (Biblical)
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An ancient biblical dry volume unit used to measure large quantities of grain, approximately estimated as about 220 liters.
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Volume Dry
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Measurement of space occupied by bulk solids or dry goods, such as grains or powders.