What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms volume measurements from the ancient Biblical cor, a dry volume unit used historically for commodities like grain and oil, into board feet, a modern lumber volume unit. It supports analysis crossing historical, archaeological, and construction contexts.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume value in cor (Biblical) units.
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Select cor (Biblical) as the source unit and board foot as the target unit.
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Initiate the conversion to obtain the equivalent volume in board feet.
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Use the results to compare ancient measures with modern lumber volumes or for practical project calculations.
Key Features
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Converts cor (Biblical), an ancient dry volume measure, to board foot, a lumber volume unit
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Includes relevant use cases from biblical studies, archaeology, woodworking, and forestry
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Provides example conversions for quick reference
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User-friendly interface for straightforward volume unit translation
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Browser-based tool accessible from any device without installation
Examples
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2 Cor (Biblical) converts to approximately 186.46 Board foot
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0.5 Cor (Biblical) equals about 46.62 Board foot
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1 Cor (Biblical) corresponds to 93.23 Board foot
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting quantities in the Hebrew Bible related to grain, oil, or other dry commodities
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Archaeological and historical reconstruction of storage capacities in ancient agriculture
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Comparing ancient economic systems by converting Biblical volume units to modern equivalents
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Estimating lumber volume for construction, woodworking, or timber transactions
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Calculating log yields and inventory in sawmills using board foot measurements
Tips & Best Practices
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Use this tool to support interdisciplinary studies involving historical volumes and timber measurements.
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Refer to the provided examples to verify your conversions.
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Remember the cor (Biblical) volume is approximate; consider this in analyses.
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Apply board foot conversions mainly for lumber-related volume calculations.
Limitations
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The cor (Biblical) is an estimated historical unit with volume variations across sources.
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Board foot applies strictly to lumber volume, not general dry or liquid volumes.
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Direct comparisons may be limited due to differences in measurement contexts and applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a cor (Biblical) used for?
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It is an ancient dry volume measure used for commodities like grain and oil in Biblical times and related archaeological studies.
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How does a board foot relate to lumber?
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A board foot measures lumber volume equal to a board 1 foot long, 1 foot wide, and 1 inch thick.
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Why convert cor (Biblical) to board foot?
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To translate ancient volume measures into a modern lumber volume unit for comparative studies or woodworking calculations.
Key Terminology
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Cor (Biblical)
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An ancient Biblical Hebrew dry volume unit, roughly equal to 220 liters, used historically for measuring commodities.
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Board foot
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A lumber volume unit representing a board 1 foot long by 1 foot wide and 1 inch thick, equal to 144 cubic inches.