Convert Peck (UK) to Ephah (Biblical)
Please provide values below to convert Peck (UK) [pk (UK)] to Ephah (Biblical) [ephah], or Convert Ephah (Biblical) to Peck (UK).
How to Convert Peck (Uk) to Ephah (Biblical)
1 pk (UK) = 0.413280909090909 ephah
Example: convert 15 pk (UK) to ephah:
15 pk (UK) = 15 × 0.413280909090909 ephah = 6.19921363636364 ephah
Peck (Uk) to Ephah (Biblical) Conversion Table
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Peck (Uk)
A peck (UK) is a unit of dry volume measurement equal to 8 quarts or approximately 9 liters.
History/Origin
The peck has origins in medieval England and was traditionally used for measuring dry commodities like grains and produce. It was part of the imperial system of units and has been used since the 19th century.
Current Use
Today, the peck is largely obsolete in everyday measurement but is still used in some agricultural contexts and for historical reference, particularly in the UK and in traditional recipes.
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.