... 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 was also made of pure gold and was held in place by a golden ridge. On top of the mercy seat were two cherubim that were also made of gold. Their wings overshadowed the mercy ... seat. On each side of the ark was a pole held by golden rings. The dimensions of the ark were 2 ½ cubits long, 1 ½ cubits wide, and 1 ½ cubits high ... on their journey to Canaan. The food was given to the children in...

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... Covenant is the box that contained sacred items to the Jews. The remains of the Ten Commandments that were etched by the hand of God in the stone, Aaron's rod and a pot of manna. This box was made of acacia wood and covered in gold. It was located in the Holy of Holies of the Temple. The outer area was where people could go to visit and bring ... their sacrifices. The inner area only priests could enter and the Holy of Holies only the High Priest ... Covenant is the box that contained sacred items to the Jews. The remains of the Ten Commandments that were etched by the hand of God in t...

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