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ark

Meaning of “ark”

1. The sacred chest called the ark of God, the testimony, or the covenant, made for Israel and set in the tabernacle or temple; the ark of God's testament is also seen in the heavenly temple. 2. The great vessel built by Noah in which his household and living creatures were preserved through the flood. 3. The small covered vessel of bulrushes in which the infant Moses was laid.

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First occurrence: Genesis 6:14

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Psalms 132:8
Arise, O Lord, into thy rest; thou, and the ark of thy strength.
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1611 witness · Psalms 132:8 · retained source text

Arise, O LORD, into thy rest: thou, and the Arke of thy strength.

1611 marginal note2.Chron. 6.41. num. 10.35.

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