Convert hin (Biblical) to dram
Please provide values below to convert hin (Biblical) [hin] to dram [dr], or Convert dram to hin (Biblical).
How to Convert Hin (Biblical) to Dram
1 hin = 991.878060676427 dr
Example: convert 15 hin to dr:
15 hin = 15 × 991.878060676427 dr = 14878.1709101464 dr
Hin (Biblical) to Dram Conversion Table
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Hin (Biblical)
A hin is a biblical unit of volume used to measure liquids, approximately equivalent to 4.55 liters or 1.2 gallons.
History/Origin
The hin originates from ancient Hebrew measurements and is frequently mentioned in biblical texts, particularly in the context of sacrificial offerings and ritual purification, dating back to the early centuries of the first millennium BCE.
Current Use
Today, the hin is primarily of historical and biblical interest, with limited practical use outside of scholarly studies, biblical references, and historical reconstructions of ancient measurements.
Dram
A dram is a unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, equivalent to 1/8 of an fluid ounce or approximately 3.7 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dram originated in the apothecary system in medieval Europe and was historically used for measuring medicines and small quantities of liquids. Its use has declined with the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the dram is primarily used in the context of measuring spirits and liquors, especially in the United States, where it is often used to denote a small serving or shot of alcohol.