Convert hin (Biblical) to tun
Please provide values below to convert hin (Biblical) [hin] to tun [tun], or Convert tun to hin (Biblical).
How to Convert Hin (Biblical) to Tun
1 hin = 0.00384377328180008 tun
Example: convert 15 hin to tun:
15 hin = 15 × 0.00384377328180008 tun = 0.0576565992270011 tun
Hin (Biblical) to Tun Conversion Table
| hin (Biblical) | tun |
|---|
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.
Tun
A tun is a large unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, especially wine and other beverages, equivalent to approximately 252 gallons or 954 liters.
History/Origin
The tun originated in medieval Europe as a standard measure for wine and other liquids. Its size varied regionally, but it generally represented a large cask or vessel used in trade and storage during the Middle Ages.
Current Use
Today, the tun is primarily used in historical contexts, wine-making, and in the wine industry to refer to large barrels or casks. It is also used in some scientific and industrial applications related to volume measurement.