What Is This Tool?
This converter allows users to transform cor (Biblical), an ancient dry volume measure, into gallon (US), a modern liquid volume unit widely used in the United States. It supports interpretation of historical data by providing meaningful modern volume equivalents.
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 input unit
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Choose gallon (US) as the output unit
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Click convert to obtain the volume in gallons
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Review examples to understand conversions clearly
Key Features
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Converts ancient Biblical cor units to US gallons
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Includes historical measurement context and modern unit definitions
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Supports usage in archaeology, theology, and historical research
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface
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Provides practical examples for easy understanding
Examples
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2 cor (Biblical) equals approximately 116.2357 gallons (US)
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0.5 cor (Biblical) equals approximately 29.0589 gallons (US)
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting quantities of grain or oil in Biblical texts
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Reconstructing ancient agricultural and storage capacities
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Comparing ancient measurement systems with modern units
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Translating historical data for educational purposes
Tips & Best Practices
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Confirm the historical context of the cor measurement for accurate interpretation
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Use the tool for approximate volume equivalences between dry and liquid units
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Consider the differences between dry and liquid volumes when analyzing results
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Utilize provided examples to validate your conversions
Limitations
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Cor is an ancient unit with estimated values varying historically
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Approximate conversion between dry and liquid volumes may introduce slight inaccuracies
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Differences in material density or packing are not accounted for in conversions
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a cor (Biblical) unit?
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A cor (also called kor or homer) is an ancient Hebrew dry volume unit equal to 10 ephahs, roughly estimated as about 220 liters or 58 US gallons.
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Why convert cor (Biblical) to gallon (US)?
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Converting cor to US gallons helps interpret ancient dry volume amounts into modern liquid volume units for historical research and practical understanding.
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Does the conversion account for material differences?
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No, the conversion only provides volume equivalences and does not consider variations in density or packing of materials.
Key Terminology
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Cor (Biblical)
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An ancient Hebrew dry volume unit equal to 10 ephahs, roughly around 220 liters or 58 US gallons.
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Gallon (US) [gal (US)]
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A US liquid volume unit defined as exactly 231 cubic inches or 3.785411784 liters, primarily used for measuring liquids.
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Dry Volume
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A measurement of volume used for dry substances, which can differ from liquid volume measurements.