What Is This Tool?
This converter allows users to transform volume quantities from the Biblical cor unit to the Homer unit. Both represent ancient Hebrew dry volume measures used in historical, theological, and archaeological contexts.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume value you wish to convert measured in cor (Biblical)
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Select cor (Biblical) as the source unit and homer (Biblical) as the target unit
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent amount in homer (Biblical)
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Use the result to interpret or compare ancient volume measurements accurately
Key Features
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Converts between cor (Biblical) and homer (Biblical) units seamlessly
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Supports volume measurements used in Biblical and ancient Hebrew texts
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Browser-based and easy to use without additional downloads
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Facilitates scholarly, archaeological, and historical volume interpretations
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Displays equivalent values since 1 cor equals 1 homer by definition
Examples
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2 cor (Biblical) equals 2 homer (Biblical)
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0.5 cor (Biblical) converts to 0.5 homer (Biblical)
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting grain, oil, or other commodity quantities in Biblical passages
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Conducting archaeological and historical reconstructions of ancient storage
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Comparing ancient economies and measurement systems via volume units
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Describing tithes, offerings, or temple account volumes in research
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Analyzing agricultural yields or communal storage in ancient Israel
Tips & Best Practices
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Always confirm the units before converting to maintain historical accuracy
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Use this tool in conjunction with contextual Biblical or archaeological data
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Remember that both units approximate about 220 liters and may include slight variability
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Apply the conversion consistently when comparing multiple Biblical volume references
Limitations
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Units are approximate and based on ancient estimations around 220 liters
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Exact modern equivalence may vary due to historical measurement differences
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Variation in ancient standards can affect precision in volume conversion
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are cor (Biblical) and homer (Biblical) the same unit?
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Yes, both units represent the same volume measure, each equal to 10 ephahs and approximately 220 liters.
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Can this tool convert modern volume units to cor or homer?
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No, this converter specifically handles conversions between cor (Biblical) and homer (Biblical) units only.
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Why might volume measurements vary when using these ancient units?
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Because the units are based on ancient estimates and differing standards, exact modern volume equivalences may not be precise.
Key Terminology
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cor (Biblical)
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An ancient Biblical Hebrew dry volume unit equal to 10 ephahs or about 220 liters, used for measuring grain and other commodities.
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homer (Biblical)
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An ancient Hebrew volume measure equal to 10 ephahs, also approximately 220 liters, applied to dry and liquid Biblical substances.
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ephah
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A smaller Biblical Hebrew volume unit; 10 ephahs make up one cor or one homer.