WATCH: Is the Ark of the Covenant really located in Ethiopia?
Part one of a fascinating four-part series that delves into the biblical mystery alongside ALL ISRAEL NEWS' Aaron Goel-Angot
This video aims to present various possibilities for the current location of the elusive Ark of the Covenant, mentioned throughout the Old Testament but most notably in the Book of Exodus.
Does the Ark remain hidden, enduring thousands of years since its last mention in the holy scriptures?
Spanning locations from Ethiopia to the underground vaults beneath the Vatican, from Jerusalem to places yet unknown, this fascinating four-part series delves into the biblical mystery alongside ALL ISRAEL NEWS' Aaron Goel-Angot, a young archaeologist and ancient coin expert.
Join the journey by watching the video above or reading the transcript below.
Is it possible the famous Ark of the Covenant is in Ethiopia, like many Ethiopian Christian believe?
Hi, I'm Aaron Goel, an archaeologist and coin expert.
One of the biggest mysteries in Bible archaeology is where is the Ark of the Covenant.
So let's look into this question because digging is what we archaeologists love to do.
For hundreds of years, a daring story has been told about the Ark being secretly taken away from Solomon's Temple by a clever trick.
According to the Ethiopian tradition, the real Ark was smuggled to their country by Menelik the First, the son of Queen of Sheba and King Solomon.
After visiting Jerusalem, Menelik supposedly replaced the real Ark with a fake one that he left behind.
But could a deception that big really happen without anybody noticing?
The Bible clearly says the Ark stayed in Jerusalem long after this supposed switch.
While Ethiopians honor their replica, does this mean it's just a clever copy, not the real thing?
When it comes to religious belief, arguments don't really matter.
And that's exactly why the possibility of the Ark being in Ethiopia remains a mystery, as archaeologists love a good puzzle, diving deep into the pool of legends, I say let's jump in!
Even if we don't find the prize.
The adventure itself is fantastic.
The All Israel News Staff is a team of journalists in Israel.
