Noah’s ark was a very large boat or vessel. The ark which the children of Israel had in the wilderness was a rectangular box made of wood overlaid with gold, the lid or cover of which was made of pure gold. The approximate size of this ark was 4 feet long, 3 feet broad and 3 feet high, a detailed description of it being given in Exodus 25:10-22. Inside the Ark of the Covenant was a golden bowl of manna, Aaron’s rod that budded and the two tables of the Law (Hebrews 9:4). The ark, together with all other furnishings of the Tabernacle in the wilderness, was a “shadow” or picture of good things to come (See Hebrews 8:5 and 10:1, Colossians 2:17).
Additional Resources:
Christian Questions Podcast
Episode #1099: Should Christians Care About the Jewish Tabernacle?
Unlocking the secrets and symbols God gave to ancient Israel
Preview Video
CQ Rewind Show Notes
PDF Book: “Tabernacle Shadows of the Better Sacrifices”
For children, parents and Bible class teachers:
Animated video: What was the Ark of the Covenant?
Animated video: What was the Jewish Tabernacle?
