Barrel Dry (US) to Cor (Biblical) Conversion

Convert between Barrel Dry (US) and Cor (Biblical) quickly and accurately.

From Barrel Dry (US)

bbl dry (US)

To Cor (Biblical)

cor

How to Convert Barrel Dry (US) to Cor (Biblical)

Conversion Formula

1 bbl dry (US) = 0.526 cor

1 cor = 1.903 bbl dry (US)

Example

Convert 15 bbl dry (US) to cor:

15 bbl dry (US) = 15 × 0.526 cor = 7.884 cor

Unit Information

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Barrel Dry (US)

bbl dry (US)

Definition

The US dry barrel is a traditional unit of dry volume measurement used primarily in the United States for agricultural commodities. It represents a standardized container size for measuring dry goods such as grains, fruits, and other agricultural products.

History/Origin

The US dry barrel was established as part of the US customary system of measurements, originally based on the capacity of wooden barrels used for storing and transporting dry agricultural commodities. It became standardized for trade and commerce.

Current Use

Used in US agriculture for measuring grains, dried fruits, and other dry commodities. Important for agricultural trade, storage calculations, and commodity pricing. Still referenced in some agricultural contracts and storage facilities.

Multiplier

115.627

Offset

Cor (Biblical)

cor

Definition

The cor is an ancient biblical unit of dry volume measurement, equal to 10 ephahs or approximately 220 liters. It was used in ancient Israel for measuring large quantities of grain and other dry commodities, representing a significant volume for agricultural trade.

History/Origin

The cor was used in ancient Israel as a standard unit for measuring large quantities of agricultural commodities. It is mentioned in biblical texts and represents one of the largest dry volume measurements used in ancient times.

Current Use

Primarily used for historical and biblical studies, archaeological research, and understanding ancient measurement systems. Important for interpreting biblical texts and understanding ancient agricultural practices and trade systems.

Multiplier

220

Offset