What Is This Tool?
This online converter allows users to translate volume values from cubic decimeters, a modern metric unit, into cor (Biblical), an ancient Hebrew dry volume measure. It supports historical research and comparative studies by bridging modern and ancient measurement systems.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume value in cubic decimeters (dm³) in the input field.
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Select cubic decimeters as the input unit and cor (Biblical) as the output unit.
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Click the convert button to see the converted volume in cor (Biblical).
Key Features
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Converts volume from cubic decimeters (dm³) to cor (Biblical)
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Based on an established conversion rate between metric and ancient units
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Facilitates interpretation of biblical and archaeological volumetric data
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Browser-based and easy to use without installation
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Supports historical and academic volume comparisons
Examples
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Convert 10 dm³ to cor (Biblical): 10 × 0.0045454545 = 0.045454545 cor.
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Convert 100 dm³ to cor (Biblical): 100 × 0.0045454545 = 0.45454545 cor.
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting volume measures in Biblical texts related to grain and commodities.
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Supporting archaeological reconstructions of ancient storage capacities.
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Comparing ancient agricultural yields and economies to modern equivalents.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure the volume entered is in cubic decimeters for accurate conversions.
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Use this converter to facilitate historical volume analysis rather than precise scientific measurement.
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Consider the approximate nature of the cor when applying results to archaeological or biblical studies.
Limitations
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The cor (Biblical) represents an approximate volume, not an exact measure.
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Regional and temporal differences in ancient measurement systems may influence accuracy.
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This converter translates a liquid-based unit to a dry volume unit, requiring contextual judgment for some applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a cubic decimeter?
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A cubic decimeter (dm³) is a unit of volume equal to a cube measuring one decimeter on each side, exactly equivalent to one liter.
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What does cor (Biblical) represent?
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The cor (Biblical) is an ancient Hebrew dry volume unit approximately equal to 220 liters, often used to measure grain and similar commodities.
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Why might conversions between dm³ and cor vary in accuracy?
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Because the cor is an approximate ancient measure with variations in historical standards and represents dry volume, while dm³ is a precise liquid volume unit.
Key Terminology
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Cubic Decimeter (dm³)
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A unit of volume equal to the space occupied by a cube with sides each one decimeter long, exactly one liter.
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Cor (Biblical)
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An ancient Hebrew dry volume measure, roughly estimated at 220 liters and used historically for grains and commodities.