What Is This Tool?
This converter allows you to translate the ancient Hebrew liquid volume unit called the hin, commonly used in biblical contexts, into cubic centimeters, a widespread unit for measuring small volumes in modern science and medicine.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume value measured in hin (Biblical) units.
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Select hin (Biblical) as the source unit and cubic centimeters as the target unit.
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent volume in cubic centimeters.
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Use the converted value for historical analysis, scientific calculations, or academic research.
Key Features
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Converts hin (Biblical) units to cubic centimeters (cm³) accurately.
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Supports understanding of ancient volume measurements in a modern context.
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Browser-based and simple to use for scholars, researchers, and students.
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Provides clear examples of common conversion values.
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Useful for archaeological, historical, and laboratory applications.
Examples
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1 hin (Biblical) equals 3666.67 cubic centimeters.
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0.5 hin (Biblical) equals 1833.33 cubic centimeters.
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting quantities of oil or wine in biblical laws and Temple rituals.
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Converting ancient liquid measurements for academic or archaeological studies.
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Reconstructing provisioning for households or rituals in ancient Near Eastern research.
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Applying volume equivalents in laboratory and pharmaceutical settings.
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify the historical source when estimating hin volume, since values slightly vary (0.5–0.6 liters).
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Handle large converted values carefully due to the small size of cubic centimeters.
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Use this conversion mainly for historical, academic, or scientific contexts where ancient units are relevant.
Limitations
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The hin unit has variable estimated volumes, which can affect conversion precision.
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Cubic centimeters are small units, so large volumes require attention to significant figures.
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The hin is not in common modern use, limiting its applicability to specialized fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a hin in biblical measurement?
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A hin is an ancient Hebrew liquid volume unit used historically for measuring fluids like oil and wine, traditionally defined as 12 log units and estimated around 0.5–0.6 liters.
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How many cubic centimeters equal one hin?
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One hin (Biblical) equals approximately 3666.67 cubic centimeters.
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Why convert hin to cubic centimeters?
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Converting hin to cubic centimeters helps interpret ancient liquid volumes in modern scientific units for accurate historical analysis and laboratory use.
Key Terminology
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Hin (Biblical)
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An ancient Hebrew unit for measuring liquid volume, traditionally used for quantities of oil or wine in biblical contexts, defined as about 0.5–0.6 liters.
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Cubic Centimeter [cm³]
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A unit of volume representing a cube with 1-centimeter sides, equal to 1 milliliter, commonly used in medical and scientific volume measurements.
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Conversion Rate
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The factor used to translate one unit of measurement into another; here, 1 hin equals approximately 3666.67 cubic centimeters.