What Is This Tool?
This unit converter allows users to transform volume values from cubic centimeters (cc) to hin, an ancient biblical unit used in measuring liquids like oil and wine. It is helpful for biblical scholarship, archaeology, theology, and related studies involving historical measures.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume value in cubic centimeters (cc) you wish to convert.
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Select the target unit as hin (Biblical) from the available options.
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Click the convert button to receive the equivalent volume in hin based on the established conversion rate.
Key Features
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Converts cubic centimeters (cc) to the biblical hin unit accurately according to standard conversion rates.
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Supports interpretation of ancient liquid volume measurements such as oil and wine in historical texts.
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Provides straightforward online usability for scholars and enthusiasts interested in biblical and archaeological volume conversions.
Examples
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Convert 1000 cc: 1000 multiplied by 0.0002727273 equals approximately 0.2727273 Hin (Biblical).
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Convert 500 cc: 500 multiplied by 0.0002727273 equals approximately 0.13636365 Hin (Biblical).
Common Use Cases
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Translating and understanding biblical liquid volume measurements in religious texts.
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Reconstructing ancient ritual or household liquid provisions in Near Eastern archaeological studies.
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Academic research interpreting historical units of measure in theology and biblical scholarship.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the volume in cc is correctly measured or entered to get accurate conversions.
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Use this tool primarily for academic or interpretative purposes since hin measurements are approximate.
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Consult original historical sources alongside this converter for contextual understanding of hin volumes.
Limitations
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The hin unit is an approximate measure with size variations across different scholarly interpretations.
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Conversion results are estimates and may slightly differ depending on historical context or source.
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Modern precise volumes like cc do not perfectly align with ancient units such as hin due to historical variability.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does 1 cc represent in volume?
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1 cc, or cubic centimeter, is the volume of a cube that measures one centimeter on each side, exactly equal to 1 milliliter.
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What is a hin (Biblical) used for?
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A hin is an ancient Hebrew unit for liquid volumes, often related to measurements of oil and wine in biblical laws and temple rites.
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Is the hin volume exact for conversions?
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No, the hin is an approximate volume estimated between about 0.5 to 0.6 liters, so conversions are approximate and context-dependent.
Key Terminology
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Cubic Centimeter (cc or cm³)
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A unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides of 1 centimeter; exactly equivalent to 1 milliliter.
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Hin (Biblical)
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An ancient Hebrew unit of liquid volume traditionally defined as 12 "log" units, estimated around 0.5 to 0.6 liters.