What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms values between the biblical log and cor, both ancient Hebrew units of dry volume measurement. It assists users in relating small volume units like the log to larger ones like the cor, facilitating comprehension and analysis of biblical texts, archaeological data, and religious requirements.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume value in log (Biblical) units into the input field
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Select log (Biblical) as the input unit and cor (Biblical) as the output unit
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent volume in cor (Biblical)
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Use the results to aid in understanding or translating biblical and ancient measurements
Key Features
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Converts dry volume values from log (Biblical) to cor (Biblical)
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Based on historical and scholarly estimates of ancient Hebrew units
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Supports interpretation of biblical, archaeological, and halakhic measurements
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User-friendly interface for quick and accurate unit conversion
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Browser-based tool accessible without installation
Examples
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10 log (Biblical) equals approximately 0.0139 cor (Biblical)
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100 log (Biblical) equals approximately 0.1389 cor (Biblical)
Common Use Cases
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Translating and interpreting biblical and Talmudic volumes for academic research
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Estimating quantities of grain, oil, or goods in archaeological studies
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Applying Jewish legal volume standards to modern units in halakhic contexts
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Modeling ancient storage capacities and agricultural production in historical analyses
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify the historical context to select appropriate unit definitions
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Use the tool as a guide alongside scholarly sources for accuracy
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Remember that these units are approximate and not part of modern SI standards
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Cross-reference conversion results with archaeological or textual data when possible
Limitations
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Unit definitions vary among ancient authorities causing different values
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Measurements are approximate and lack standardization with SI units
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Conversion relevance depends on interpretation and historical context
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a biblical log?
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A biblical log is an ancient Hebrew unit of dry volume, defined as the volume of six eggs, traditionally about 0.3 liters, used for small amounts of grain, oil, or wine.
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What does the biblical cor measure?
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The biblical cor is a dry volume unit in ancient Israel, equal to ten ephahs, commonly estimated as around 220 liters, used for measuring large quantities of grain and dry goods.
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Why convert between log and cor units?
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Converting between log and cor assists in interpreting biblical texts, archaeological records, and halakhic measurements by relating small volumes to larger storage units.
Key Terminology
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Log (Biblical)
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An ancient Hebrew dry volume unit equal to the volume of six eggs, approximately 0.3 litres, used for small quantities in biblical contexts.
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Cor (Biblical)
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A biblical dry volume unit equivalent to ten ephahs, roughly estimated at 220 liters, used to measure large quantities of grain and dry goods in ancient Israel.
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Ephah
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A biblical dry volume unit; one ephah represents a standard measure used in ancient Hebrew texts that defines quantities within larger units like the cor.