Topical Encyclopedia The account of Noah's Ark is a foundational narrative found in the Book of Genesis, chapters 6 through 9. This account details God's instructions to Noah to build an ark in preparation for a great flood that would cover the earth, serving as divine judgment against humanity's pervasive wickedness. The ark was to be a vessel of salvation for Noah, his family, and representatives of the animal kingdom.Divine Command and Construction of the Ark God's command to Noah is recorded in Genesis 6:14-16, where He instructs Noah to construct an ark of gopher wood, specifying its dimensions and design. The ark was to be 300 cubits long, 50 cubits wide, and 30 cubits high, with a roof, an entrance on the side, and three decks. This massive structure was to house Noah's family and a remnant of all living creatures. Gathering of the Animals In Genesis 6:19-20, God commands Noah to bring into the ark "two of every kind of living creature, male and female, to keep them alive with you. Two of every kind of bird, of every kind of animal and of every kind of creature that moves along the ground will come to you to be kept alive." This directive ensured the preservation of animal life, allowing for the continuation of each species after the floodwaters receded. Genesis 7:2-3 provides further detail, instructing Noah to take seven pairs of every kind of clean animal and one pair of every kind of unclean animal, as well as seven pairs of every kind of bird. This distinction between clean and unclean animals would later be significant in the Mosaic Law, indicating an early awareness of sacrificial and dietary regulations. The Flood and Preservation of Life As the narrative unfolds, Genesis 7:11-12 describes the onset of the flood: "In the six hundredth year of Noah’s life, on the seventeenth day of the second month—on that day all the springs of the great deep burst forth, and the floodgates of the heavens were opened. And the rain fell upon the earth forty days and forty nights." During this time, the ark served as a refuge, preserving the lives of its inhabitants. Genesis 7:15-16 emphasizes the divine orchestration of this event: "They came to Noah to enter the ark, two by two of every creature with the breath of life. And those that entered, male and female of every creature, entered just as God had commanded him. Then the LORD shut him in." This passage highlights God's sovereignty and protection over His creation. Post-Flood Restoration After the floodwaters subsided, Genesis 8:15-17 records God's command to Noah to release the animals: "Then God said to Noah, 'Come out of the ark, you and your wife and your sons and their wives. Bring out every kind of living creature that is with you—the birds, the animals, and all the creatures that move along the ground—so they can multiply on the earth and be fruitful and increase in number on it.'" This directive underscores the renewal of life and the reestablishment of the earth's biodiversity. Significance in Scripture The account of Noah's Ark and the salvation of the animals serves as a testament to God's mercy and faithfulness. It illustrates His commitment to preserving His creation, even amidst judgment. The narrative also foreshadows themes of redemption and covenant, as seen in God's promise never to destroy the earth by flood again, symbolized by the rainbow (Genesis 9:12-17). The account of Noah's Ark remains a powerful reminder of God's sovereignty, the sanctity of life, and the hope of restoration. Nave's Topical Index Genesis 6:19,20And of every living thing of all flesh, two of every sort shall you bring into the ark, to keep them alive with you; they shall be male and female. Nave's Topical Index Genesis 7:1-16 Library The Story of Noah and the Ark "Come Thou and all Thy House into the Ark. " Noah's Faith, Fear, Obedience, and Salvation The Great Flood. Chapter vi A Treatise against the Heretic Novatian by an Anonymous Bishop. Chapter vii The Believer a New Creature Faustus Denies that the Prophets Predicted Christ. Augustin Proves ... Allegation 4 "We Teach that the Greatest Part of the Human Race ... Resources What happened to the Ark of the Covenant? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the ark of the testimony? | GotQuestions.org What was inside the ark of the covenant? | GotQuestions.org Ark: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Ark of the Covenant was Called The: Ark of God Ark of the Covenant was Called The: Ark of God's Strength Ark of the Covenant was Called The: Ark of the Covenant of the Lord Ark of the Covenant was Called The: Ark of the Testimony Ark of the Covenant was Carried by Priests of Levites Alone Ark of the Covenant was Carried: Before the Israelites in Their Journeys Ark of the Covenant was Carried: Sometimes to the Camp in War Ark of the Covenant: A Copy of the Law Laid in the Side of Ark of the Covenant: A Symbol of the Presence and Glory of God Ark of the Covenant: A Type of Christ Ark of the Covenant: Anointed With Sacred Oil Ark of the Covenant: At Kirjath-Jearim Twenty Years Ark of the Covenant: Brought by Solomon Into the Temple With Great Solemnity Ark of the Covenant: Brought Into the City of David Ark of the Covenant: Captured by the Philistines Ark of the Covenant: Covered With the Vail by the Priests Before Removal Ark of the Covenant: David Made a Tent For Ark of the Covenant: Dimensions of Ark of the Covenant: Entirely Covered With Gold Ark of the Covenant: Esteemed the Glory of Israel Ark of the Covenant: Furnished With Rings and Staves Ark of the Covenant: Mercy-Seat Laid Upon Ark of the Covenant: Miracles Connected With: Fall of Dagon Ark of the Covenant: Miracles Connected With: Fall of the Walls of Jericho Ark of the Covenant: Miracles Connected With: Jordan Divided Ark of the Covenant: Miracles Connected With: Manner of Its Restoration Ark of the Covenant: Miracles Connected With: Philistines Plagued Ark of the Covenant: Placed in the Holy of Holies Ark of the Covenant: Profanation of, Punished Ark of the Covenant: Protecting of, Rewarded Ark of the Covenant: Removed from Kirjath-Jearim to the House of Obed-Edom Ark of the Covenant: Sanctified Its Resting Place Ark of the Covenant: Surrounded With a Crown of Gold Ark of the Covenant: Tables of Testimony Alone Placed In Ark of the Covenant: The Israelites Enquired of the Lord Before Ark of the Covenant: The Pot of Manna and Aaron's Rod Laid up Before Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant in John's Vision Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant of God Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant of God's Strength Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant of the Covenant Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant of the Lord Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant of the Testimony Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Aaron's Rod Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: An Oracle of God Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Captured by the Philstines Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Carried by Kohathites Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Construction of Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Directions for Making Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Holy Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: How Prepared for Conveyance Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Place of Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Pot of Manna Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Prophecy Concerning Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Remains at the House of Abinadab Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Remains in the House of Obed-Edom Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Returned by the Philistines Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Sanctification of Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Set up in Jerusalem Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Set up in Shiloh Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Siege of Jericho Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Taken to Battle Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: The Law Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Transferred to Solomon's Temple Ark: Noah's: Directions for Building of Ark: Noah's: Noah and Family Preserved In Removed from Jerusalem by Zadok at the Time of Absalom's Revolt, But Returned by Command of David Related Terms Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kiriath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Beth-she'mesh (20 Occurrences) Blast-trumpets (3 Occurrences) |
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