A Tun is a traditional English liquid volume unit used for large casks, historically defined as 252 wine gallons or about 954 liters.

What does Cor (Biblical) measure?

The Cor (Biblical), also known as Kor or Homer, is an ancient Hebrew dry volume unit equal to 10 ephahs and estimated to be about 220 liters.

Why convert from Tun to Cor (Biblical)?

Converting from Tun to Cor (Biblical) helps interpret historical volumes across different cultures, aiding archaeological research, historical trade analysis, and academic studies of ancient texts.

How to Convert from Tun to Cor (Biblical)?

Easily convert volume measurements from the traditional English Tun unit to the ancient Biblical Cor (homer) unit using this online converter. Ideal for historical, archaeological, and academic applications.

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Tun to Cor (Biblical) Conversion Table

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Tun to Cor (Biblical) Conversion Table
Tun	Cor (Biblical)

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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms volumes measured in Tuns, a historical English liquid volume unit, into Cors, an ancient Biblical dry volume unit. It helps users interpret and compare quantities across different time periods and cultural measurement systems.

How to Use This Tool?

Input the volume value measured in Tun in the provided field.
Select the target unit as Cor (Biblical) if not already set.
Click the convert button to obtain the equivalent volume in Cor (Biblical).
Review the result, which uses the fixed conversion rate between the two units.

Key Features

Converts from Tun, a large English liquid volume unit historically used for wine and ale casks, to Cor (Biblical), an ancient Hebrew dry volume unit.
Based on a defined conversion rate of 1 Tun equals 4.3360171344 Cor (Biblical).
Supports historical and archaeological research by bridging diverse volume measurement systems.
Provides clear example conversions for user reference.
Easy-to-use online interface for quick volume conversions.

Examples

2 Tuns converts to 8.6720342688 Cor (Biblical).
0.5 Tun is equal to 2.1680085672 Cor (Biblical).

Common Use Cases

Translating historical English liquid volume units into ancient Biblical dry volume measures for research purposes.
Facilitating analysis of historical trade records and archival materials related to liquid and dry volumes.
Supporting archaeological reconstruction of storage capacities and agricultural quantities from biblical contexts.
Comparing and interpreting measurements in studies of ancient economies and measurement systems.

Tips & Best Practices

Understand that Tun sizes may vary historically and regionally, so verify the specific context if precision is critical.
Consider the nature of the volume measured, as Tun is liquid volume and Cor (Biblical) is dry volume, which may affect applicability.
Use this converter primarily as a research aid for historical, archaeological, and academic investigations.
Refer to examples to confirm conversion accuracy for common values.

Limitations

The Tun's exact size has changed regionally and over time, which can influence conversion results.
Cor (Biblical) values are estimates based on scholarly interpretations and may vary according to academic sources.
Conversion compares a liquid volume unit to a dry volume unit, which might not be suitable for all substance types.
Users should exercise caution when applying results to contexts requiring strict volumetric precision.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Tun unit?: A Tun is a traditional English liquid volume unit used for large casks, historically defined as 252 wine gallons or about 954 liters.
What does Cor (Biblical) measure?: The Cor (Biblical), also known as Kor or Homer, is an ancient Hebrew dry volume unit equal to 10 ephahs and estimated to be about 220 liters.
Why convert from Tun to Cor (Biblical)?: Converting from Tun to Cor (Biblical) helps interpret historical volumes across different cultures, aiding archaeological research, historical trade analysis, and academic studies of ancient texts.

Key Terminology

Tun: A traditional English liquid volume unit historically used for large casks, typically defined as 252 wine gallons or about 954 liters.
Cor (Biblical): An ancient Biblical Hebrew dry volume unit, equal to 10 ephahs and estimated at roughly 220 liters.
Conversion Rate: The fixed numeric value used to translate one unit measure to another; here, 1 Tun equals approximately 4.3360171344 Cor (Biblical).

Quick Knowledge Check

What kind of volume does the Tun measure?

Dry volume

Liquid volume

Weight

The Cor (Biblical) is roughly estimated to be how many liters?

About 220 liters

About 500 liters

About 100 liters

What is the approximate conversion rate from Tun to Cor (Biblical)?

1 Tun = 2 Cor

1 Tun = 4.336 Cor

1 Tun = 10 Cor

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