From the time of ancient Israel, the Ark of the Covenant was the focal point of Israel's journey in the wilderness and was where God's throne on earth was. This is where His Holy Spirit, the Shekinah, abode on the mercy seat. This ark is a chest for storing the Torah.
The Ark of the Covenant was made of Shittim Wood and was covered entirely of pure gold. The type of lid on this chest, called a Mercy Seat, closes the chest from above. This
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