Ark

An acronym of aron kodesh, lit., holy chest. The cabinet where the Torah scrolls are kept. The word has no connection with Noah's Ark, which is "teyvat" in Hebrew.

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Synagogues, Shuls and Temples - Ritual Items in the Synagogue

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