Convert gallon (US) to cor (Biblical)
Please provide values below to convert gallon (US) [gal (US)] to cor (Biblical) [cor], or Convert cor (Biblical) to gallon (US).
How to Convert Gallon (Us) to Cor (Biblical)
1 gal (US) = 0.0172064172 cor
Example: convert 15 gal (US) to cor:
15 gal (US) = 15 × 0.0172064172 cor = 0.258096258 cor
Gallon (Us) to Cor (Biblical) Conversion Table
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Gallon (Us)
A gallon (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in the United States, equal to 128 US fluid ounces or approximately 3.785 liters.
History/Origin
The US gallon was established based on the British imperial gallon but was redefined in the United States in the 19th century. It has been used for measuring liquids like fuel, milk, and other fluids in the US since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US gallon is widely used in the United States for measuring liquid volumes such as gasoline, milk, and other beverages. It remains a standard unit in commerce, industry, and daily life within the US.
Cor (Biblical)
The cor is an ancient biblical unit of volume used to measure dry goods, equivalent to approximately 10 ephahs or about 10.3 liters.
History/Origin
The cor originates from biblical times and was used in ancient Israelite measurements. It appears in the Hebrew Bible as a measure for grain and other dry commodities, reflecting the agricultural practices of the period.
Current Use
Today, the cor is primarily of historical and biblical interest, with no modern standard equivalent. It is used in biblical studies and historical research to understand ancient measurements and contexts.