Convert Ephah (Biblical) to Quart dry (US)
Please provide values below to convert Ephah (Biblical) [ephah] to Quart dry (US) [qt dry], or Convert Quart dry (US) to Ephah (Biblical).
How to Convert Ephah (Biblical) to Quart Dry (Us)
1 ephah = 19.977825654187 qt dry
Example: convert 15 ephah to qt dry:
15 ephah = 15 × 19.977825654187 qt dry = 299.667384812804 qt dry
Ephah (Biblical) to Quart Dry (Us) Conversion Table
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Ephah (Biblical)
An ephah is a biblical unit of dry volume measurement used for grains and other dry commodities, approximately equal to 22 liters or 0.78 bushels.
History/Origin
The ephah has origins in ancient Hebrew measurements, appearing in biblical texts as a standard measure for dry goods in ancient Israel. Its exact volume varied over time and region but was generally standardized in biblical times.
Current Use
Today, the ephah is primarily used in historical, religious, or cultural contexts to refer to biblical measurements. It is not used in modern commercial or scientific applications but may be referenced in biblical studies or historical discussions.
Quart Dry (Us)
Quart dry (US) is a unit of volume measurement used for dry goods, equivalent to 2 US dry quarts or approximately 1.101 liters.
History/Origin
The quart dry (US) has been used in the United States since the 19th century as a standard measure for dry commodities, originating from the British imperial system and adapted for American use.
Current Use
Today, the quart dry (US) is primarily used in cooking, food industry, and agricultural contexts within the United States to measure dry ingredients and commodities.