Noah's Ark
Noah's Ark is the vessel in the Genesis flood narrative (Genesis chapters 6–9) by which God spares Noah, his family, and a remnant of all the world's animals from the Great Flood. According to the narrative, God gave Noah detailed instructions for building the Ark. After the flood, the Ark came to rest on the Mountains of Ararat.
Description
The Ark is described as a large, rectangular vessel made of gopher wood and sealed with pitch. It was to be 300 cubits long, 50 cubits wide, and 30 cubits high, with three internal decks. The Ark had a roof "finished to a cubit upward," and an entrance on its side.
Construction
Noah was instructed to build the Ark to specific dimensions and to gather pairs of every kind of animal, along with his family, to survive the flood. The construction of the Ark is a significant part of the Genesis flood narrative, symbolizing obedience and faith in God.
The Flood
The flood narrative describes a period of 40 days and 40 nights of rain, which led to the submersion of all land under water. The Ark floated on the waters for 150 days before coming to rest on the Mountains of Ararat. After the waters receded, Noah, his family, and the animals disembarked to repopulate the Earth.
Significance
Noah's Ark is a central element in the Abrahamic religions, symbolizing salvation and God's covenant with humanity. It has been the subject of numerous interpretations and has inspired various cultural depictions in literature, art, and film.
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